Liverpool confirm exits, seal Munoz deal, shortlist €70m forward

Liverpool sign 20-year-old centre-back Jeremy Jacquet from Rennes on a long-term deal, pending clearance. The France U21 defender made 33 senior Rennes appearances and had a Clermont Foot loan.
Germany’s early World Cup exit on penalties to Paraguay raises questions for Andoni Iraola over Florian Wirtz’s role for Liverpool.
Steven Gerrard texted Toni Kroos in 2014 to lure him to Liverpool, but the German chose Real Madrid. Gerrard also contacted Willian, who joined Chelsea instead.
Liverpool shortlist Lille’s Matias Fernandez-Pardo after missing out on Yan Diomande. Lille could seek about €70m. Alternatives include Bradley Barcola, Said El Mala and Yankuba Minteh.
Liverpool confirm 12 exits as Salah, Robertson and Konate depart, cutting about £710k a week. Victor Munoz joins from Osasuna for £34.5m on a six-year deal. Offers made to several academy players.
Liverpool criticised for ‘poor’ handling of Arne Slot’s sacking this summer, with claims it was ‘not the way’ to dismiss the former head coach.
Fabrizio Romano says Virgil van Dijk is ‘101%’ in Liverpool’s plans after talks with Andoni Iraola, dismissing Milan links as the Reds aim to keep their captain amid dressing-room changes.
Adidas Originals plan a Liverpool 26-27 Teamgeist collection leak teased, with retro styling expected.
Inter target Curtis Jones but are deterred by Liverpool’s £35m valuation, as they also eye Trevoh Chalobah and others in a reshaped recruitment plan.
Victor Munoz may feature at the World Cup after an injury boost, offering Liverpool fans a first look at the new signing.