New Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso left Rodrygo on the bench in their opening match of the new season, later saying the decision was his alone. Alonso then recalled Rodrygo to the starting XI against Real Oviedo on Sunday, praising him after the game.

With a week left in the transfer window, Liverpool must act quickly if they are to add further reinforcements, and they could still go back in for Newcastle striker Alexander Isak, who has been known to play off the left. It is understood, too, that Arne Slot is keen to add depth at centre-back.