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Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has urged teenage defender Ifeanyi Ndukwe to treat his upcoming loan departure as a vital education. The 18-year-old has shone during the Reds' pre-season preparations but is currently ineligible to represent the club in competitive fixtures.

Fromer Liverpool boss Arne Slot has officially broken his silence regarding his future, confirming he has turned down the opportunity to manage the Netherlands national team. The Dutchman has been out of work since his departure from Anfield in May and was widely considered the frontrunner to succeed Ronald Koeman.

Liverpool enter the season with some defensive shortfalls from last term, which means bettors could capitalise on the opening games.

Liverpool supporters' group Spirit of Shankly has demanded answers from the club following reports that Amazon founder Jeff Bezos is part of a consortium nearing a significant minority investment. The influential fan group requested an urgent meeting to clarify what the proposed sale means for the ownership and future control of the club.