The Reds have already bid farewell to right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold, who rejected the club’s offer of a new contract in favour of departing when his current deal expires this summer. A move to Madrid has not been formally confirmed but is widely expected to be finalised once the campaign comes to a close.

Liverpool star Mohamed Salah has this week launched a stern defence of teammate and close friend Trent Alexander-Arnold.This of course comes amid the ongoing backlash against the England