Trent Alexander-Arnold was one of three players to drop to the bench for the midweek trip to Newcastle, with Arne Slot explaining his decision to leave out Liverpool’s No. 66. Liverpool’s team sheet on Wednesday night landed with news of the right-back being among the substitutes, with Jarell Quansah and Joe Gomez selected in the backline.

Liverpool have taken steps towards securing the future of Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold, David Ornstein has reported, with an offer for Mohamed Salah expected to follow soon.

Liverpool have reportedly created a shortlist of four players that they hope to sign should Trent Alexander-Arnold leave during the summer. Alexander-Arnold's future at Liverpool remains up in the air ahead of his contract expiring at the end of the season.