The turn of the year sees the January transfer window officially open across Europe, with clubs allowed to sign new players, and free agents allowed to talk to overseas clubs.It is already that time of the year again, when a new year is upon us and another transfer window beckons! Here’s all you need to know.When the January transfer window opensThe January window will open on Thursday, January 1, 2026, and will remain open for nearly five weeks.When the January transfer window closesIt closes on Monday, February 2, at an earlier hour of 7pm (GMT).It falls in line with changes to the summer window, which also previously closed at 11pm.Premier League clubs will see their window of opportunity to sign players close in line with the top leagues in France, Germany, Spain and Italy, although the exact times may vary.Will Liverpool sign players in the January window?Supporters will certainly hope that is the case after a string of injuries but, as ever, there is no guarantee.Marc Guehi is the obvious candidate after his summer move collapsed on deadline day, with any potential deal to be lower than the £35 million previously agreed.Liverpool have been left to rue missing out on his signature and the need for an extra body in defence cannot be understated, though it is uncertain if the club will act now.There is an obvious need in the forward line now in light of Alexander Isak‘s serious injury, which should prompt a change in plans from Richard Hughes.Antoine Semenyo was linked due to a mid-season release clause, with the forward available for £60 million plus £5 million in add-ons.But he has reportedly chosen Man City as his next destination and other targets ought to be looked at with a versatile attacker needed.There is also anticipated to be several loanees who will be recalled, including Harvey Elliott after his loan-to-buy move to Aston Villa has seen him cast aside by Unai Emery.And there will, as ever, be talk of the club being open to any opportunistic signings.Liverpool’s free agentsFor the second winter in a row, Liverpool find themselves with out-of-contract players who will attract headlines and cause some level of distraction.From January 1, Ibrahima Konate and Andy Robertson will be free to officially open talks and agree a transfer to a foreign club as their contracts expire in the summer.Konate has been linked with Real Madrid, who reportedly are no longer interested, while contract talks with Liverpool remain ongoing, and as for Robertson, a big decision is needed for the soon-to-be 32-year-old.The vice-captain has more than shown his value amid Milos Kerkez‘s struggles, but Liverpool will need to weigh up whether they want to keep hold of the veteran or invest at left-back again.