"Liverpool are looking at backup options in case they fail to land Antoine Semenyo in the January transfer window. That is according to a transfer insider, who has been on top of the Semenyo saga so far. As per him, the Reds have shortlisted former Manchester United flop, Memphis Depay as a short-term option to bring in during the January window. Depay currently plays for Brazilian club Corinthians, but a move to Liverpool would tempt him, with him being good friends with several Liverpool stars."
"Liverpool no longer favourites to land Semenyo Liverpool were considered favourites to sign Semenyo till few months ago. However, several other top English clubs have since joined the race for him. These include Manchester United, Tottenham and Manchester City, with City overtaking Liverpool to become the frontrunners to land him. Chelsea also enquired for him on Tuesday afternoon, but as per the latest reports, they have pulled out of the race after initial enquiries."
Liverpool are lining up short-term attacking options for the January window if Antoine Semenyo cannot be signed. Memphis Depay is shortlisted as a short-term option; he currently plays for Corinthians and would be tempted to move to Liverpool, aided by close friendships with several club players. Atletico Madrid's Alexander Sørloth is also under consideration and has strong recent form, having scored 20 league goals last season and six goals so far this season across competitions. Several top English clubs have joined the Semenyo race, with Manchester City overtaking Liverpool; Chelsea reportedly pulled out after initial enquiries.
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