Liverpool fans are convinced they already have an ideal replacement for Luis Diaz at Anfield after seeing their team in friendly action against AC Milan on Saturday. Arne Slot’s Reds took on Massimiliano Allegri’s Rossoneri at Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Sports Park in the 12:30pm BST kick-off.

Hughes and Liverpool would be there to pounce if that is what he decides, suggesting they might not actually replace Diaz straight away. Losing a player of Diaz’s quality would be a huge blow but replacing him is not a necessity as the Reds have plenty of quality options.

The Premier League champions’ sporting director is keen on Real Madrid forward Rodrygo, but he prefers another winger, claims a reliable source

Former Liverpool winger Jermaine Pennant has claimed that the club's fans would not mind Luis Diaz leaving if Rodrygo is signed as the replacement.

Liverpool are keen to sign Alexander Isak from Newcastle United in the summer transfer window. Eddie Howe has suggested that Newcastle United’s owners will ultimately decide whether Alexander Isak remains at the club or is sold to Liverpool.