Liverpool beat Atletico, Iraola gives Gakpo update

Mac Allister answered contract frustration with a superb winner as Liverpool beat Atletico 2-1, celebrating at the Kop after his strike beat Oblak.
Liverpool added Welility Lucky, Fola Onanuga, Rio Ngumoha and Josh Sonni-Lambie to their Champions League List B before Atletico Madrid.
Araujo's backheel set up Szoboszlai as Liverpool came from behind to beat Atletico 2-1. He said Anfield brings 'high expectations', 'just like Barca'.
Iraola said Liverpool must 'recover' before Fulham and hopes Cody Gakpo can return, but could not guarantee the forward will be available.
Alisson has been fined £8,000 by the FA for misconduct after kicking the fourth official's electronic substitution board following Liverpool's result at Nottingham Forest.
Cody Gakpo has turned his Liverpool future around, with a goal and three assists in three league games. He ranks as the Reds' best player and third in the Premier League.
Ronald Araujo wants to stay at Liverpool after his loan, with the Reds holding a £47.14m option. The Barcelona-owned defender is said to be happy at Anfield.
Liverpool's UEFA Youth League opener against Atletico Madrid saw a 15-year-old set a European record, while a former striker's son also impressed.
Liverpool made a winning Champions League start against Atletico Madrid, with Iraola's half-time move proving crucial in the comeback.
Liverpool are reportedly tracking Roma midfielder Manu Kone for January and could seek another midfielder next summer, according to newspaper reports.
Liverpool could sell Alexis Mac Allister in summer 2027 amid contract uncertainty and concerns over decline, with Tchouameni, Perrone, Ayari and Garner named as options.
Liverpool face Hull away on Boxing Day, Aston Villa away on 30 December and Coventry at home on 2 January in the Premier League's confirmed festive schedule.
Simeone reacted to Atletico Madrid's defeat at Liverpool, admitting dissatisfaction with his side after the Champions League loss at Anfield.
Liverpool are linked with a possible Mohamed Salah successor worth £130m, while a senior figure's return is also said to be in contention.
Liverpool's 2-1 win over Atletico Madrid raised fresh questions over Barcola's role and the long-term plan to replace Mohamed Salah.
Liverpool are among the clubs tracking Stuttgart defender Finn Jeltsch, with the Germany Under-21 international valued at €50m and more likely to move next summer.
Liverpool and Chelsea are tracking Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton ahead of January, though any deal for the England international could cost around £75m.
Mac Allister said Liverpool have 'everything to be successful' after his 20-yard winner sealed a 2-1 comeback win over Atletico Madrid at Anfield.