Liverpool are reportedly on the verge of a costly mistake—one that could set them back a staggering €85 million. While the Reds excel in many areas, their midfield remains a glaring weakness, and the numbers from their recent 1-1 draw with Chelsea only confirm what fans have feared all season.

The issue is clear: Liverpool's midfield is built almost entirely from attacking-minded players. Ryan Gravenberch, Alexis Mac Allister, Dominik Szoboszlai, and Curtis Jones all prefer to push forward, leaving a defensive void in the center of the pitch. Against Chelsea, the Blues—despite arriving at Anfield on a six-match losing streak—dominated possession and won twice as many tackles, 20 to Liverpool's 10. Gravenberch managed just two tackles, Mac Allister only one, while Chelsea's Moises Caicedo recorded four.

These numbers aren't outliers. Both Gravenberch and Mac Allister average just 1.74 tackles per 90 minutes in the Premier League this season. Liverpool lack bite in midfield, with no reliable way to win the ball back. Opponents know they can drive through the middle with ease, and it's costing the team game after game.

So why are Liverpool reportedly targeting Victor Froholdt—another attacking midfielder—for a massive €85 million deal? While Froholdt is undoubtedly talented, adding another creative player to a midfield that already struggles defensively seems like doubling down on a flawed strategy. What Liverpool desperately need is a ball-winning enforcer, someone who can disrupt opposition attacks and protect the backline. Instead, they appear ready to ignore that need, potentially repeating the same mistakes that have plagued them all season.

As of May 2026, Gravenberch remains a key figure in Liverpool's engine room, but his form has dipped since his award-winning 2024/25 campaign. With 48 appearances, six goals, and six assists this season, he's still productive—but unless the Reds address their midfield imbalance, those individual stats won't translate into consistent team success.