Transfer speculation continues to mount as Josh Acheampong has been linked in recent days with a move to Liverpool. The defender, currently playing for Chelsea, could add a new dimension to the squad if the rumoured interest turns into an official approach before the end of the transfer window. Liverpool remain optimistic, but the deal is not without hurdles. Real Madrid, Bayern Munich and Fiorentina continue to monitor developments and could yet re-enter the race if negotiations stall or valuation gaps remain unresolved. Defensively, Liverpool are sitting around the league average this season, at 1.35 goals conceded per game. Someone like Josh Acheampong could keep them steady but also raise the level when it matters most. Chelsea continue to be linked with Caleb Marfo Yirenkyi, Michael Olabode Kayode and Kevin Schade while Liverpool are also rumoured to be tracking Rayan Vitor Simplício Rocha, Caleb Marfo Yirenkyi and Lewis Hall. More on this story as it develops. Need more Liverpool transfer rumours? Follow @PlayerSwitchCom on Twitter for up-to-the-minute news from Liverpool.