Liverpool could be preparing to revisit a familiar transfer strategy this January, with journalist James Pearce suggesting they might accelerate their plans to sign Monaco midfielder Lamine Camara.

Speaking on The Redmen TV, Pearce raised the possibility of Liverpool bringing forward a summer target, drawing comparisons with the surprise arrival of Luis Diaz from Porto in January 2022.

Discussing the Senegal international, Pearce said:

"What happens with Lamine Camara will be interesting."

He added:

"It wouldn't surprise me if something similar happens like when LFC signed Luis Diaz in January 2022 and they decide to sign someone who was on the list for the summer."

The comments suggest Liverpool's recruitment plans could change as Andoni Iraola looks to strengthen his midfield options. 

The 22-year-old has been on Liverpool's radar for several months, having previously attracted interest from Chelsea during the summer transfer window.

According to reports from The Athletic, referenced by Sports Mole, Liverpool considered Camara a genuine target but were initially reluctant to pursue a deal without Alexis Mac Allister departing.

Chelsea subsequently came close to securing his signature for approximately £47million before the proposed move collapsed. 

However, fresh reports suggest the situation could be changing. Football Insider claimed on 2nd November that Monaco would be willing to negotiate a January departure, with Liverpool potentially needing around £50million to secure his services. 

Camara's performances explain why Liverpool remain interested.

According to Opta, the Senegalese midfielder has started all 10 of Monaco's Ligue 1 fixtures this season, playing 900 minutes and registering one assist.

Last season, he contributed three goals and four assists across 24 league appearances. His defensive qualities are particularly impressive. Statistics average of 5.2 tackles and 9.2 ball recoveries per 90 minutes, demonstrating his ability to disrupt opposition attacks. 

For Iraola, whose energetic approach demands intensity and discipline, Camara could provide much-needed balance alongside Ryan Gravenberch, Dominik Szoboszlai and Mac Allister.

Liverpool supporters will remember how Diaz's unexpected January arrival provided an immediate attacking boost in 2022.

Four years later, Camara could represent a similarly ambitious move. Nothing is agreed, and Pearce's comments remain speculation rather than confirmation of an imminent bid.

Nevertheless, with January approaching, Liverpool's interest in Camara is certainly a transfer story worth watching.

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