Another player from Liverpool appears poised to exit the club as the ongoing squad overhaul continues under new manager Arne Slot during this summer’s transfer window.

Liverpool finds itself in a crucial transition phase marked by significant changes in coaching personnel and player composition. After nearly nine years of remarkable achievements, manager Jurgen Klopp decided to step down at the conclusion of the 2023/2024 season, citing the need for rest after an extended period of intense commitment.

In preparation for a fresh start, Liverpool’s leadership appointed Arne Slot, a Dutch coach, as Klopp’s successor. Slot is expected to inject new energy into the team and restore Liverpool’s competitiveness in the Premier League following a disappointing campaign.

One of Slot’s initial tasks is to reshape the squad, starting with the departure of players who no longer fit the team’s strategic vision. Several players, including goalkeeper Adrian, defender Joel Matip, and midfielder Thiago Alcantara, have departed Anfield following the expiration of their contracts. Thiago Alcantara, unfortunately, retired after a season marred by serious injury.

According to recent reports from The Athletic, another player likely to depart Liverpool this summer is 27-year-old defender Nat Phillips. Despite an eight-year tenure with the club, Phillips has struggled to secure a regular starting role. Last season, he sought playing opportunities through loan spells at Celtic and Cardiff City.

Phillips, now in the final year of his Liverpool contract and at a pivotal stage in his career, is eager for consistent first-team action. However, such opportunities seem scarce at Liverpool, given the presence of several other quality center-backs. Hence, a departure could offer mutual benefits for Phillips and the club.

Interest in Phillips has been expressed by several clubs, including Turkish side Trabzonspor, who reportedly made a £4 million offer. Liverpool, however, is said to be seeking between £8 to £10 million for the player. Additionally, several Premier League clubs, including Burnley under the management of Scott Parker, are monitoring Phillips’s situation closely.

Signs are emerging that Phillips will indeed depart Liverpool this summer. In May, he expressed gratitude to coach Klopp on Instagram for his support throughout his career. Notably, departing Liverpool goalkeeper coach John Achterberg commented, “You’re a fine defender, Nat! Best of luck in your next chapter,” hinting at Phillips’s imminent departure.

Trimming the squad and recruiting new talent are essential for Liverpool’s ambitions to challenge top teams like Manchester City and Arsenal in the upcoming season. New manager Arne Slot will require time to shape a squad that reflects his philosophy and restores Liverpool’s standing as one of England’s elite clubs.

For Nat Phillips, leaving Liverpool could signify a significant career move. He has demonstrated his capabilities whenever given the opportunity and may thrive with regular playing time at another club. However, the final decision hinges on negotiations between Liverpool and interested parties, as well as Phillips’s aspirations for the future.