Liverpool latest as Isak settles and Van Dijk stays with Netherlands
Liverpool have no suspensions for Bournemouth, while Hugo Ekitike, Federico Chiesa, Giovanni Leoni and Conor Bradley remain out, with Joe Gomez back in the side.
Liverpool have agreed to sign teenage midfielder Patrik Farkas on a free from Blackburn Rovers, with the youngster already catching the eye at Under-21 level.
Liverpool are monitoring Bournemouth winger Rayan, and any January move would require his full £130m release clause, with no discount available.
Gareth Taylor says an 'improved' Liverpool can go 'toe to toe' with Manchester City in the WSL, despite four players remaining unavailable through injury.
Michael Owen says Liverpool have a full-back problem, with Milos Kerkez 'nervous and lost', while he also questions Jeremie Frimpong and Conor Bradley's reliability.
Andoni Iraola called part of Liverpool's situation 'strange' before facing Bournemouth and warned his players they must be ruthless to keep their places.
Former Liverpool midfielder Vladimir Smicer said Arne Slot would be a strong fit for Celtic, depending on whether the Scottish club could tempt him.
Arsenal have signed Liverpool academy striker Vincent Joseph. They also admire Rio Ngumoha, though Liverpool are confident of keeping him and are working on a new deal.
Danny Murphy warns Andoni Iraola may need time to solve Liverpool's midfield concerns.
Andoni Iraola defended Florian Wirtz ahead of Bournemouth, insisting the Liverpool midfielder 'understands' what is required despite recent criticism.
Liverpool are reportedly ready to offer Raphinha higher wages as Barcelona's in-form winger seeks a pay rise after 11 goals and three assists in seven games.
Liverpool have held talks with Brentford technical director Lee Dykes over replacing Richard Hughes, though an internal appointment is still seen as more likely.
Andoni Iraola suggested Ronald Araujo is now first choice at right-back, while warning Bradley Barcola and Liverpool's other wingers will be rotated in his high-intensity system.
Virgil van Dijk will continue with the Netherlands after talks with new coach Xavi, according to Algemeen Dagblad.
Andoni Iraola said Rio Ngumoha's England call-up is 'deserved', praising the 18-year-old's quality and response after a difficult start against Spurs.
Liverpool beat Real Madrid to sign goalkeeper Lucca Brughmans, with Genk sporting director Dimitri de Conde saying the Belgian had visited the Spanish club before moving to Anfield.
Alexis Mac Allister's father dismissed contract 'crisis' claims, said no renewal talks are under way, and insisted Real Madrid have never made contact.
Vladimir Smicer said Dominik Szoboszlai shares Pavel Nedved's running power, shooting and leadership, and can become Liverpool's midfield leader.
Alexander Isak says joining Liverpool was an 'easy decision', citing the club's ambition. After injury-hit struggles, he has three league goals in four games and feels optimistic.
Andoni Iraola said Cody Gakpo and Rio Ngumoha were following tactical instructions, adding he welcomes players discussing in-game changes with him.
Graeme Souness blamed Mohamed Salah for Liverpool's poor season, saying his form dipped and his public comments after being dropped disrupted the dressing room.
Liverpool have reportedly held talks with Lamine Camara's agent over a possible January move from Monaco.
Trey Nyoni's impact stood out for Liverpool, and what followed after he went off underlined his influence.
Liverpool have reportedly seen a €40m bid for Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong rejected, with the Spanish club said to want €70m ahead of January.
