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Highlights of Liverpool against Lyon in the Dubai Super Cup. Liverpool take on AC Milan on Friday December 16 in their second Dubai Super Cup game.

The England under-21 international was substituted after just 29 minutes of Liverpool's match with Lyon.

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Liverpool lost 3-1 to Lyon in a mid-season friendly as they gear up for the return of the Premier League on Boxing Day.

Liverpool face AC Milan in a friendly on December 16 in Dubai before a return to domestic action on December 22 against Manchester City in the Carabao Cup. THE BIG LOSER: It may have been only a friendly but Salah produced one of the poorest penalties he has ever taken. THE MVP: Ex-Arsenal striker Alexander Lacazette bagged two goals for the French side as he proved he still has it after a disappointing spell in England.

Fabio Carvalho put the Reds into the lead inside the opening 40 seconds in the United Arab Emirates before Mohamed Salah was denied from the penalty spot soon ...

Adrian was then needed to save from Sael Kumbedi to ensure Lyon did not further their advantage. Lacazette later wrapped up the scoring, hammering into the net from 10 yards out. The Reds elected to make a handful of changes during the break – and it was one of those introduced from the bench that went close at the start of the second period, with Calvin Ramsay zipping a low shot just past the post after cutting in from the right. However, he could not prevent the former Arsenal forward from levelling shortly after when a mix-up between the Liverpool ’keeper and Robertson at a through ball presented him with a chance to roll into an empty net. In the 35th minute, Kelleher was called into action for the first time on the night when he was required to repel an edge-of-the-area blast from Lacazette. The Reds were looking lively – and soon after, they were presented with the chance to extend their lead from the spot when Firmino was tripped by Malo Gusto when trying to reach Salah’s chip into his path.

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp has described Luis Diaz's latest injury setback as a “smash in the face” for the Reds.

“And then we play pretty quick, 22nd of December we play Man City in the [Carabao] Cup. But I hope we were lucky in that moment." But that's it now." "It was a non-situation in training, honestly – nothing, felt something. “Darwin Nunez will join us tomorrow and the others... Transfers

Jurgen Klopp's team took the lead in the first minute through Fabio Carvalho before Mohamed Salah missed a penalty. Lyon equalised through Lacazette in the 41st ...

Lyon equalised through Lacazette in the 41st minute and he wrapped up the victory in the 82nd minute after [Bradley Barcola](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/328238/Bradley-Barcola)'s 65th-minute goal. [Stream on ESPN+: LaLiga, Bundesliga, more (U.S.)](/espnplus/schedule/_/type/upcoming/categoryId/119cfa41-71d4-39bf-a790-6273a52b0259/channel/ESPN_PLUS) [Carvalho](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/250906/Carvalho) put Liverpool in the driving seat almost instantly as he seized on a blocked shot from Salah, but his side missed the chance to go further ahead 13 minutes later. Lyon built on that save and drew themselves level just before half-time. [Rayan Cherki](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/298008/Rayan-Cherki). [Roberto Firmino](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/147234/Roberto-Firmino) was brought down in the area, but [Anthony Lopes](https://www.espn.com/football/player/_/id/131743/anthony-lopes) saved Salah's tame spot-kick with his feet. [Fabio Carvalho](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/231049/Fabio-Carvalho) before [Mohamed Salah](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/173896/Mohamed-Salah) missed a penalty.

Luis Diaz was stepping up his return from a knee injury during Liverpools training camp in the UAE but suffered a setback last week; winger hasnt played ...

"He looks fine now but he feels it, that's normal. "It was a non-situation in training, honestly. But that's it now."

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp has described Luis Diaz's latest injury setback as a “smash in the face” for the Reds.

“And then we play pretty quick, 22nd of December we play Man City in the [Carabao] Cup. But I hope we were lucky in that moment." But that's it now." "It was a non-situation in training, honestly – nothing, felt something. “Darwin Nunez will join us tomorrow and the others... Champions League

Luis Diaz had been closing in on a competitive return to action for Liverpool prior to sustaining an injury in training this week.

Luis Diaz is expected to be sidelined for around three months after having surgery on his knee. The Colombian forward had to fly back from Liverpool's ...

“It was a non-situation in training, honestly — nothing, (but he) felt something. But that’s it now.” He had only recently returned to training with Jurgen Klopp’s squad after being sidelined since October but complained of discomfort in the same area.

Liverpool have been without Luis Diaz since before the World Cup and Jurgen Klopp's side have been dealt a blow while preparing to welcome back the ...

Klopp's team return to league action against Aston Villa four days later as they aim to close the seven-point gap between themselves and the [Champions League](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/champions-league) places. [Liverpool](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/liverpool-fc) had been waiting to learn more about the extent of the setback, and the news is worrying. Liverpool midfielder Harvey Elliott [was also forced off in the Lyon game](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/liverpool-harvey-elliott-klopp-injury-28707340), but his problem is thought to be less severe. With his country not involved in the [World Cup](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/world-cup-2022?service=responsive), though, it was hoped that he would be able to recover during the midseason break before returning to help his club side mount a top-four charge. Joel Matip featured at centre-back, while Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and Naby Keita came off the bench after having injury issues of their own during the first half of the season. Yeah, then the news came and it was a proper smash in the face. Have your say in the "But I hope we were lucky in that moment." [Premier League](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/premier-league) champions [Manchester City](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/manchester-city-fc) in the fourth round of the EFL Cup. "Yeah, he was not in the best possible place," Klopp said of Diaz on Sunday. [comments section](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/liverpool-luis-diaz-injury-update-28713668#comments-wrapper). [left on crutches](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/liverpool-arsenal-luis-diaz-injury-28193984) after suffering an injury in the Reds' defeat by [Arsenal](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/arsenal-fc) in October.

Liverpool are out in Dubai for a winter training camp ahead of the second half of the season, and Jürgen Klopp has been impressed with some of the youngster ...

Bobby Clark, really interesting player, obviously here with us – like the others as well. "Ben Doak looks really promising, now he’s here with us. "For example, young Calvin [Ramsay] had no pre-season with us, now this is his first pre-season. [Liverpool’s](https://www.liverpool.com/) official TV channel, Klopp confessed that he’s been pleased with [Stefan Bajčetić](https://www.liverpool.com/liverpool-fc-news/features/liverpool-team-derby-bajcetic-ramsay-25462037), Ben Doak and Bobby Clark thus far. [Jürgen Klopp and Liverpool fans were always right in Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo debate](https://www.liverpool.com/liverpool-fc-news/features/klopp-liverpool-messi-cristiano-ronaldo-25721066) [Klopp](https://www.liverpool.com/liverpool-fc-news/features/klopp-liverpool-messi-cristiano-ronaldo-25721066) was able to afford to bring youngsters with the first team squad, and he’s highlighted which three have impressed him out in Dubai.

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has outlined his frustration after injured winger Luis Diaz suffered a fresh setback on his road to recovery.

It was a proper smash in the face." It was a non-situation. He feels fine."

Luis Diaz had successful surgery on his left knee after an injury stemming back a couple months. He is out for three more months, though.

Even then, the loss of Diaz for an extended period of time puts more strain on the other forward options at Klopp’s disposal. However, he could potentially return for the March 15 away leg. While the injury damaged Liverpool, it was at an ‘okay’ time. However, the forward complained of pain on the same knee in training. Consequently, he returned to training with the Anfield club and participated in its brief tour during the World Cup. However, Diaz left the game due as it was revealed he damaged is lateral collateral ligament in his left knee.

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Liverpool have reportedly reached a pre-contract agreement with one of the World Cup's top performers as they look to improve an integral position.

It will rely heavily on how the talks between Liverpool and Benfica officials go. Benfica have proven to be tough negotiations in the past. And now, there are claims Jurgen Klopp’s side have ‘reached a pre-contract agreement’ with Fernandez. Reigning champions France will come up against Morocco in the semis. While Enzo Fernandez has been a rock in the midfield for Argentina and will likely start against Croatia. On Saturday, France qualified for the last four by beating England 2-1.

Jürgen Klopp confirms forward was injured in training · Díaz was working his way back after knee injury.

Díaz has scored four goals and contributed three assists in 11 Premier League and Champions League appearances this season. “It was a non-situation in training. “It’s clear it’s a big disappointment for all of us, for him as well,” Liverpool’s manager said.

Jurgen Klopp could improve his midfield options with the signing of a player that has impressed at the FIFA 2022 World Cup.

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Liverpool have reportedly 'reached a pre-agreement' with Benfica to sign Argentina international Enzo Fernandez following his great form at the World Cup.

Enzo Fernandez has impressed for Argentina at the World Cup - and Jurgen Klopp could be set to trigger his £103m release clause with a 'deal in principle' ...

Bellingham was key to the Three Lions' win over Senegal in the round of 16. The youngster has appeared in all five of Argentina's World Cup fixtures, and he's played every moment of knockout football as the Albiceleste have charged into the semi-finals. [Real Madrid](https://www.dailystar.co.uk/latest/real-madrid-fc), and [Manchester City](https://www.dailystar.co.uk/latest/manchester-city-fc) all believed to be interested in the [Borussia Dortmund](https://www.dailystar.co.uk/latest/borussia-dortmund-fc) man. Fernandez has shined for Argentina in Qatar, and his shop window performances have attracted interest from Europe's top suitors. [ La Capital ](https://www.lacapital.com.ar/qatar-2022/liverpool-negocia-benfica-la-contratacion-enzo-fernandez-n10035584.html?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter)goes further, suggesting there is a deal in place between the parties, with Liverpool 'agreeing a deal in principle' with the Portuguese side. And according to reports in the Argentine's homeland, Liverpool have a deal in place to land the youngster.

Liverpool are about to come under pressure to recruit another stop-gap solution in the January transfer window after previous deals for Ozan Kabak and ...

Even if FSG sanction a move for a midfielder, their reputation may suffer in January if they don't also get a forward. There will probably be an internal belief that the club can cope, but many supporters want more than just coping. For some, this no doubt highlights the problems of FSG's ownership. Third, it wouldn't necessarily be seen as a good investment. Liverpool's owners appear to have become less and less rigid in their model in recent times. Díaz flew back to the UK after complaining of discomfort in his knee and has had to undergo surgery on his lateral collateral ligament. [Darwin Núñez](https://www.liverpool.com/liverpool-fc-news/features/liverpool-transfer-darwin-nunez-ancelotti-25717699), [Fábio Carvalho](https://www.liverpool.com/liverpool-fc-news/features/liverpool-lyon-fabio-carvalho-lijnders-25724886) and [Curtis Jones](https://www.liverpool.com/liverpool-fc-news/features/liverpool-contract-thiago-jurgen-klopp-25547109) — are stronger, and this injury pile-up is less likely to compromise the team's wider fortunes. He may not be back in action until February. They will only play a maximum of seven games between the start of January and the start of February (depending on how they fare in the FA Cup), but it will surely take Jota even longer to reach full fitness after a severe injury. [Arthur](https://www.liverpool.com/liverpool-fc-news/features/liverpool-2023-midfield-jurgen-klopp-25538631) after previously insisting they would not buy a midfielder. [Sign up to the Liverpool.com newsletter here — it only takes a few seconds!](https://www.liverpool.com/newsletter-preference-centre/) [FSG](https://www.liverpool.com/liverpool-fc-news/features/liverpool-transfer-fsg-arsenal-january-25665394) do have history for buying stop-gaps (eventually, reluctantly and when they come under pressure to).

Luis Diaz's partner Gera Ponce has shared an update from the Liverpool ace's hospital bed after his knee surgery. The 25-year-old Colombian faces a further ...

Luiz Diaz's partner posts an image with the Liverpool star and their daughter following his knee operation... Diaz was hopeful for a comeback in Dubai over the weekend, but suffered a major setback - Diaz was hoping to return for the Reds in Dubai, before suffering a new issue

It's fair to say former Liverpool star Adam Lallana was very excited when Jurgen Klopp became Liverpool boss back in 2015.

In 2016, Lallana was named England Player of the Year. “Because obviously, I had a tough first year and I was looking to kick on in my Liverpool career. He kind of just told me to relax, goals will come, better performances will come.

Having joined from Southampton in the summer of 2014, Lallana spent his first season at Anfield working under Brendan Rodgers. But most of his Reds career ended ...

"Because obviously, I had a tough first year and I was looking to kick on in my Liverpool career. There’s no better way than setting the example as a manager which is what he did day in, day out.” "I remember typing his name into Google and seeing what type of football he liked. He kind of just told me to relax, goals will come, better performances will come. But most of his Reds career ended up being with Klopp at the helm, after the current Leicester City boss was sacked in October 2015, during which time Lallana excelled for club and country. Looking back now, it was no surprise that we connected almost immediately."

Liverpool reportedly already have a pre-agreement in place with the Real Madrid transfer target, who has shined at the World Cup.

But it looks like Liverpool have gotten ahead in the race to sign him. While they are not expected to make any signings in the January transfer window, next summer looks set to be a different story. Real Madrid have been linked with some of the most in-demand players in the world over the last few weeks and months.

One such game will see Real Madrid feature against Liverpool in the last 16 of the UEFA Champions League, a repeat of last season's final, which Los Blancos won ...

There is a possibility that he could return in time for the second leg in mid-March but even that will be touch and go, and depends on his recovery going very smoothly. We are already at the semi-finals stage of the competition though and it is not long before Real Madrid will be back in action once again, and there are some big games coming up in the second half of the campaign. Thus, his injury is without a doubt a major blow for them.

Liverpool fans could be treated to regular midfield masterclasses next season amid stunning reports from Argentina suggesting that a pre-agreement has been ...

On the opposite flank, Luis Diaz is set for three months out injured but his electric pace and unpredictable trickery still make him a key long-term weapon at Anfield. Liverpool are thought to be leading a fiercely-contested race for England superstar Jude Bellingham, with Klopp himself pushing hard for the transfer. Fernandez, meanwhile, has forced his way into Lionel Scaloni's Argentina team that will face Croatia in the World Cup semi-finals on Tuesday night. Now clear of the 200-appearance mark on Merseyside, the 30-year-old is under contract until 2027 and it would be a surprise to see him depart before then. With several other high-profile players linked as the Reds attempt to make up for a lacklustre start to the season, Express Sport takes you through how they could line-up with a freshly-bolstered squad... Liverpool's defence has been settled for some time but a world-class partner for Virgil van Dijk remains elusive.