Matip was injured a lot last season but he is a good centre-back when fit and ready. Sam Carroll: Alisson Becker missing training ahead of the visit of Arsenal this evening has once again suggested Liverpool may need to upgrade on their back-up goalkeeping options.

"I think everyone on and off the field feels the influence of the fans every single day. Look at someone like Harvey Elliott, for example.

A senior option, therefore, is the recipe - and a player with the quality of Aissa Mandi would be my selection. That the Brazil international had to do that, speaks volumes about the Reds need for another body at centre-back - particularly given his world-class skill level in midfield. DarrenSLewis: When are the lads back in training? jmizzleforshizzle: Do you think Liverpool are quietly shopping Gini Wijnaldum around?

So how do you upgrade on a position where you are essentially telling someone their job will be to sit on the bench? The club only have three senior centre-backs and losing him would leave them with just VVD and Gomez.

"The next day in training, you should give everything, just to respect your team-mates. It's just part of football. Liverpool correspondent Paul Gorst will also be sending an extra weekly newsletter with all the latest from behind-the-scenes at Melwood.

Liverpool are yet to make a bid for Real Betis defender Aïssa Mandi, despite numerous claims to the contrary, claims a report. Sky Sports’ Dharmesh Sheth told the Transfer Talk podcast: “Liverpool have been very shrewd in the market. Speaking to the club's website, Liverpool's Principal Owner said: "One of the things that comes along with winning is immediately starting to talk about the future. petejonesLFC: With young players leaving for Dortmund to get game time, do you think that Klopp will deliberately not sign anyone so that it leaves a very clear path to the first team for the youngsters that we buy? bdono17: Just wanted to see what you make of Shaqiri this Summer? Our.

gerardwillo: Why is the Wijnaldum contract situation so quiet? Premier League champions Liverpool are looking to dominate again next season and we'll have all the latest news on any moves they make in the transfer market this summer. For a game that is becoming increasingly forensic in its analysis of performance, it is goals and assists that are still the most readily pointed to when attacking value is being determined. Everyone on the football staff are tested twice a week. Former Liverpool midfielder Jay Spearing is back on Merseyside at on his native Wirral too after joining Tranmere Rovers. If the club can find a buyer, I expect he will move on but he won't be easy to replace, quality-wise, even if he didn't feature much. Kevc: What’s the plan for Rhian Brewster next season, is he likely to move to Swansea on loan again, or stat as part of the squad.

Liverpool feel they are better off waiting things out. When you've made your choice, press the Update Preference button at the bottom. Who should Liverpool look to bring in and what would that mean for players who were out on loan like Rhian Brewster, Harry Wilson and Marko Gruijicc?

Meanwhile, beIN Sports journalist Hafid Derradji has claimed that the deal is indeed close. Club had their revenue streams cut off for three months with one of the biggest wage bills in the sport.

Thiago potentially coming in would surely stifle his development?

Both young managers who are shining. He's the best right-back in Europe. Marshall: Do players get tested daily for Coronavirus before match days and training sessions? Liverpool want […] Tom Hill (right) of Liverpool celebrates his goal with teammate Conor Bradley during an U18 Premier League game at the Kirkby Academy.

Can't remember the last time you reported we're interested in someone, or that we've scouted someone else? 10, Teen left battered and needing surgery after gang attack outside bookies, The victim suffered serious injuries during the attack which happened in broad daylight on a busy street, Controversial plans for 24-hour 'slot casino' in town centre, Objectors say it will cause an increase in criminal behaviour - but owners say otherwise, Liverpool FC fan dad, 26, dies in his sleep leaving one-year-old baby and 'hole that will never be filled', Liverpool FC fan Josh died in his sleep after suffering an epileptic fit. For all speculative rumours, our daily live blog scouts the best from around the web. I have no idea how the club will prioritise that as it stands. Lijnders definitely an option, though. It took time, with bumps along the road, particularly a hat-trick of cup final defeats in the League Cup and Europa League in 2016 and then the 2018 Champions League final before Liverpool got it right but subsequently everything has fallen into place. The newly crowned Premier League champions found themselves short of cover at left-back this season with James Milner the only senior back-up for Andy Robertson. It was a year that passed him by. A third season of 95+ points is going to be so tough but they're not the 'Mentality Monsters' for nothing, are they? “What I would say is it doesn’t feel like a rumour that has no truth to it like a lot of others. Another loan move could be on the cards but the club would need to be convinced it is the right one. The Champions League, UEFA Super Cup, FIFA Club World Cup and now Premier League have followed with all currently residing in the Anfield trophy cabinet. It is a strange situation as the club love him and he seems to be settled and happy on Merseyside. Man Utd will have been, hugely, but they are gambling in an attempt to get closer to the top. The most recent switch information and gossip on the gamers linked with Liverpool – and people who might depart the membership. That was the plan for Brewster last summer but most games didn't pan out to give him too much of a run. I wouldn't bet on him being an LFC player. ECHO readers were invited to ask LFC Correspondent Paul Gorst any questions they had about the upcoming new season, Nike's new kit, Klopp's pre-season plans and yes of course, transfers.