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In a bombshell report that’s set the transfer rumor mill spinning, Wilfried Singo is reportedly on the verge of a January move to Liverpool. The Ivory Coast international, dubbed a ‘warrior’ by his former manager, could be heading to Anfield for an initial €28 million (£24.5m, $32.6m), with additional bonuses potentially pushing the deal up to €43 million. According to French outlet Foot-Sur7, preliminary negotiations have already begun, and Singo is poised to realize his long-held dream of playing in the Premier League.
Liverpool’s defensive woes this season have been no secret. With Ibrahima Konate struggling through a nightmare campaign and set to become a free agent at the end of the season, and club captain Virgil van Dijk showing signs of age at 34, the Reds are in desperate need of reinforcements at the back. Arne Slot’s side has been linked with several high-profile defenders, including Crystal Palace’s Marc Guehi, with whom Liverpool are reportedly in direct talks for a £30 million deal. However, competition from Barcelona and Palace’s reluctance to sell mid-season have complicated that pursuit.
Enter Wilfried Singo, the 24-year-old versatile defender who only joined Galatasaray from AS Monaco in the summer of 2025. Despite a hamstring injury limiting him to just 10 appearances this season, Singo’s potential has caught the eye of top clubs. Foot-Sur7 claims Liverpool are ready to table an offer, with those close to the player indicating that a move to England would fulfill his Premier League ambitions. “Liverpool seem poised to make his dream of playing in the Premier League a reality,” the report states, adding that bonuses of €10-15 million could be tied to performance milestones.
Singo’s profile fits Liverpool’s needs like a glove. Capable of playing as a centre-back, right-back, or even right-midfielder, his athleticism and aggression have earned him rave reviews. Back in December 2024, while at Monaco, Get Football News France highlighted his “immense pace” and “aggressive” style, noting how his speed allows him to recover from challenges effortlessly. Former Monaco boss Adi Hutter praised him as a “warrior and a fighter,” emphasizing his aerial prowess and set-piece threat: “He can bring a lot in terms of set-pieces. He is a top header of the ball, with his technique and determination with the head. He’s a really good defender who can play in lots of defensive positions.”
At Galatasaray, Singo has continued to impress in limited outings, operating primarily as a centre-back and right-back. His international experience with Ivory Coast adds further appeal, though it comes with a caveat—he’ll be absent for the African Cup of Nations this winter.
But how credible is this rumor? Foot-Sur7 isn’t a heavyweight in French journalism; it’s a smaller outlet, which means this exclusive should be approached with caution. That said, the story gained some traction when it appeared in BBC Sport’s Gossip column, lending it a sliver of legitimacy. Liverpool’s interest isn’t entirely out of the blue either. In November 2025, Anfield Index podcaster Dave Davis revealed that the Reds had scouts watching Singo, describing him as a “very different option” who could slot into Slot’s tactical setup, potentially forming a back three like Lutsharel Geertruida did at Feyenoord under the Dutch manager.
Davis noted Singo’s nomadic career path—from Torino to Monaco to Galatasaray—and his physical attributes: “Some of the concerns, like a lack of height and a lack of physicality, Singo ticks a lot of those boxes.” FA-licensed coach Dr. Phil Barter echoed this, praising Singo’s proactive defending, aerial ability, and game-reading skills, even if his stats come from the Turkish league: “At 24 years old, he could be that mid-level defender we’ve been speaking about.”
Turkish media outlet Sabah also reported in November that Liverpool, alongside Manchester United and Arsenal, were scouting Singo. If the Foot-Sur7 claims hold water, expect more noise from English and Turkish press in the coming weeks.
For Liverpool fans, this could be the injection of fresh blood the backline needs to sustain their title challenge. Singo’s ‘warrior’ spirit and versatility align perfectly with Slot’s high-intensity style. Whether this turns from rumor to reality remains to be seen, but if it does, Anfield might just welcome a new hero in January. Stay tuned—transfers like this can ignite or fizzle in an instant.