Historically, we haven't really bought players in the January window, but I can't remember a period where we're in such dire need of reinforcements. Before, I was 100% for Sancho, or a real top right winger, but the way we have played in recent weeks I feel like getting an all round top forward who can play across the front line would suit us better.
Midfield, we badly need some quality. I can't watch Fred in there anymore. Need a defensive midfielder similar to Fabinho, but I'd like him to have a bit more guile. We also need a box to box midfielder.
Need a new left back, can't really rely on Shaw in that position. He's either injured or out of form too often, doesn't bring enough to the table attacking wise, but isn't a defensive monster like Wan Bissaka to cover for it. Probably need another top CB also, but less urgent than the others.
Problem is, where are these players? And top players generally don't like to move mid season. There's no point in us settling for 3rd and 4th choice in January because out top targets didn't want to move. We'll be left with more dross to sort out. If we can get in 1 top quality player in January, and possibly a prospect in one of these positions that we need, then that would be a great window.
Next summer is huge. And I don't like what I've seen on the pitch under Ole, but I do like what I've seen in our transfer activity under him.