Liverpool

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.

Enzo Fernandez has starred for Benfica this season and in the World Cup with Argentina and has now emerged as a transfer target for Liverpool to bolster ...

[Tell us what you think here.](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/enzo-fernandez-liverpool-benfica-argentina-28712226#comments-section) [Have Your Say!](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/enzo-fernandez-liverpool-benfica-argentina-28712226#comments-section) Would Fernandez be the best possible midfield signing for Liverpool ? Fernandez only joined Benfica over the summer in a deal worth €10million (£8.9million) plus €8m (£7.1m) in add-ons from Argentine giants River Plate. Liverpool made striker Darwin Nunez their club-record signing when the striker joined from Benfica in a deal worth £64.2million (€75m) up front plus a series of add-ons earlier this year. Fernandez primarily plays at the base of a three-man midfield for Argentina, while has has also featured in Benfica’s 4-2-3-1 formation. However, both outlets cite that those reports emerged in the other nation – with neither claiming the story as their own. The 21-year-old midfielder curled into the top corner late on to ensure Argentina won a match they desparately needed to. [Record](https://www.record.pt/futebol/futebol-nacional/liga-bwin/benfica/detalhe/tubaroes-disputam-enzo) and [Diario AS](http://tiny.cc/z1y1vz) in Spain outline that the player has reached a pre-agreement with the Reds. [World Cup](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/world-cup-2022?service=responsive), where he scored a brilliant goal in [Argentina’s 2-0 win over Mexico](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/lionel-messi-argentina-mexico-worldcup-28592711) during the group stage. [Liverpool](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/liverpool-fc) have reportedly secured a ‘pre-contract agreement’ with [Benfica](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/benfica) midfielder and [Argentina](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/argentina-football-team) international star Enzo Fernandez. [quarter-final victory over Netherlands](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/match-reports/breaking-argentina-netherlands-worldcup-highlights-28698657). [Real Madrid](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/real-madrid-cf) from Monaco last summer – and are keeping tabs on the situation of Borussia Dortmund midfielder [Jude Bellingham](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/jude-bellingham), who is being chased by a host of Europe’s top clubs.

Liverpool midfielder Arthur Melo is reportedly ahead of schedule in his recovery from a quad injury after undergoing surgery in October.

[Luis Diaz](/people/luis-diaz/) recently [received a setback](/football/liverpool/injury-news/news/liverpools-luis-diaz-facing-surgery-after-injury-setback_501656.html) in his recovery from a knee injury. The news will come as a boost to the Reds after [Liverpool](/football/liverpool/) midfielder [Arthur Melo](/people/arthur-melo/) is reportedly expected to return from injury ahead of schedule.

WHAT HAPPENED? The 36-year-old former England international likes to hit the fairways during his down time at Anfield and boasts a single-figure handicap.

I would have to stick with the kit I'm wearing and go with Carra.” I absolutely love golf, but it would have to be never play golf again.” The 36-year-old former England international likes to hit the fairways during his down time at Anfield and boasts a single-figure handicap.

Liverpool on Sunday lost 3-1 to Lyon in a mid-season friendly as they get set for the return of the English Pemier League on boxing day.

The Reds were then made to pay for their squandered chances as Lyon scored three to claim a 3-1 victory over the Anfield side. Liverpool on Sunday lost 3-1 to Lyon in a mid-season friendly as they get set for the return of the English Pemier League on boxing day. Liverpool who fielded a strong starting eleven opened the scoring with Fabio Carvalho finding the back of the net in the first minute

Media Digest: Roberto Firmino is wanted on a free transfer, while Fabinho's long-term future is also in doubt. Sofyan Amrabat's brother has made a ...

[Roberto Firmino’s](https://www.liverpool.com/liverpool-fc-news/features/liverpool-roberto-firmino-jurgen-klopp-25701348) deal expires at the end of the season, and Liverpool will need to decide soon whether they want to issue an extension. [Foot Mercato](https://www.footmercato.net/a2606578264368080664-coupe-du-monde-2022-maroc-la-premier-league-sarrache-sofyan-amrabat) has gone as far as to claim that [Jürgen Klopp](https://www.liverpool.com/all-about/jurgen-klopp) has met with the player’s representatives. But if anyone has earned a big final payday, it is him: a big decision may be on the horizon. But Firmino is likely to have options — a report from the [Mirror](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/liverpool-firmino-premier-league-transfers-28702966) claims that Al-Nassr are hoping to lure him to the Middle East. They will be able to make a formal approach from January if a new deal with Liverpool has not been agreed by then. Klopp will need to decide whether his recent struggles can be attributed to poor form or decline — if he concludes it is the latter, a tough transfer call may loom. At that point, a ‘decision’ will be made, with some doubt over whether he is set to continue indefinitely at Anfield. Currently, he is the only true specialist — his form has left much to be desired, but Klopp has precious few alternatives. But though Liverpool are in real need of depth in defensive midfield, it seems unlikely that they would be drawn into a battle for a player who has not even been a guaranteed starter for Fiorentina. [Liverpool](https://www.liverpool.com) among those rumoured to be interested in the defensive midfielder. His Morocco side just advanced to the semi-finals in Qatar, becoming the first ever African nation to reach this stage. Credible, incredible and anything in between: we round it all up in one place here, taking a sideways look at the day’s media goings-on from around the world.

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.

Real Madrid could face competition from Liverpool in their 2023 move for 2022 World Cup star Enzo Fernandez.

[Record](https://www.record.pt/futebol/futebol-nacional/liga-bwin/benfica/detalhe/tubaroes-disputam-enzo?ref=HP_1BucketDestaquesPrincipais) claim Liverpool are in front of Real Madrid in the race for Fernandez, with a deal already agreed with Benfica, as the defending [La Liga](https://www.football-espana.net/category/la-liga) champions consider their next move. [O Jogo](https://www.ojogo.pt/futebol/1a-liga/benfica/noticias/real-madrid-ja-bateu-a-porta-de-enzo-fernandez-15454747.html) claim Real Madrid are exploring their options, with Benfica schemer Fernandez on their radar, [as Jude Bellingham’s asking price at Borussia Dortmund rises.](https://www.football-espana.net/2022/12/05/real-madrid-jude-bellingham-bidding-war) [Real Madrid](https://www.football-espana.net/category/la-liga/real-madrid) could face competition from [Liverpool](https://www.caughtoffside.com/tags/premier-league/liverpool/) in their 2023 move for [2022 World Cup](https://www.football-espana.net/category/2022-world-cup) star [Enzo Fernandez](https://www.football-espana.net/tag/enzo-fernandez).

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

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 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.

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 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

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

[Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/5XstioL80j5xvix2FgayOv?si=c6005a65bcb245e7) [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdlFklV55ZttMuLE6hf3FdA) [TikTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@lfctransferroom?lang=en) [it has been reported previously that he has a release clause of €120million.](https://www.si.com/soccer/chelsea/transfer-news/report-enzo-fernandez-release-clause-revealed-amid-chelsea-interest) [Diario 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), the Anfield hierarchy have anticipated the likely interest of Manchester City and Manchester United to already agree in principle on a deal to sign Fernandez in June 2023. [a fee of €12million](https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/enzo-fernandez/transfers/spieler/648195), but has impressed with his performances in the Primeira Liga and UEFA Champions League.

Liverpool could be ahead of other top clubs in the race for Benfica's Enzo Fernandez. According to 'The Mirror', the Argentine midfielder has reached a ...

That is, a figure close to 30 million. 'The Mirror' reported that [Liverpool](https://www.besoccer.com/team/liverpool) have reached a pre-agreement with the Portuguese side and the player himself.

Juventus loanee Arthur is getting back in shape and could return to action earlier than expected for Liverpool.

According to the report, the Brazilian could be available by the end of the month as the latest exams undergone by the 26-year-old were encouraging. Now, according to Romeo Agresti, Arthur is showing signs of improvement and could return to action earlier than Liverpool and Juventus thought. [Juventus](/teams/juventus) loanee Arthur is getting back in shape and could return to action earlier than expected for Liverpool.

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.

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).

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.

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

Fabrizio Romano has provided a positive update on the injury of Liverpool player Arthur Melo, who joined on a season-long loan from Juventus in September.

New tests have been already scheduled in the next days/weeks but Arthur is pushing to return earlier than expected.” [Klopp is looking some new additions in January](https://www.teamtalk.com/liverpool/agent-world-cup-midfield-sensation-gives-hope-reds-tottenham-january-transfer-links-grow) to help fill the gaps in his team, but Arthur could certainly be a key new asset moving forward. Liverpool staff wants no mistakes with Arthur’s recovery and wants him 100% fit before playing again.” [Liverpool cutting his loan deal short against Klopp’s wishes](https://www.teamtalk.com/liverpool/backed-defy-klopp-axe-mistake-signing-january-arthur-melo) in November, but the Reds later decided to give the Brazilian a chance to regain fitness. He said: “Positive news for Arthur. But his return will be good news for Jurgen Klopp, who needs more quality in the middle of the park if they want to push for a Champions League spot this season.

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.

Women's FA Cup champions Chelsea will take on newly-promoted Liverpool in the fourth round of this year's competition.

BBC/Red button/iPlayer Jan 29 The draw for the next round of the competition was made on Monday and sees the London giants take on last season's women's Championship winners.

Jurgen Klopp's Liverpool continue to be linked with the Borussia Dortmund and England midfielder.

[Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/5XstioL80j5xvix2FgayOv?si=c6005a65bcb245e7) [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdlFklV55ZttMuLE6hf3FdA) [TikTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@lfctransferroom?lang=en) [Report: Luis Diaz Ruled Out Until March In Huge Blow To Liverpool & Jurgen Klopp](https://www.si.com/soccer/liverpool/news/report-luis-diaz-ruled-out-until-march-in-huge-blow-to-liverpool-jurgen-klopp) [Liverpool Battle Tottenham And Inter Milan For World Cup Star](https://www.si.com/soccer/liverpool/news/breaking-liverpool-to-battle-tottenham-and-inter-milan-for-world-cup-star-midfielder-in-january-transfer-window) [World Cup 2022 Golden Boot Race: Live Updates & Betting Odds](https://www.si.com/soccer/liverpool/news/world-cup-2022-golden-boot-race-live-updates-betting-odds) [FIFA World Cup Quarter-Final Fixtures/Results](https://www.si.com/soccer/liverpool/news/fifa-world-cup-2022-quarter-final-fixtures-schedule-results) [Borussia Dortmund's Jude Bellingham Close To Liverpool Move](https://www.si.com/soccer/liverpool/transfers/englands-world-cup-star-player-jude-bellingham-close-to-liverpool-transfer) [EXCLUSIVE: Dietmar Hamann Speaks About Jurgen Klopp, FSG and Joelinton](https://www.si.com/soccer/liverpool/exclusive-interviews/exclusive-ex-liverpool-dietmar-hamann-speaks-about-jurgen-klopp-fsg-new-ownership-and-joelinton) [Carrusel Deportivo](https://twitter.com/carrusel) ( [via Sport Witness](https://sportwitness.co.uk/liverpool-accelerated-like-crazy-sign-player-parents-agree-move/)) who suggest that the Anfield hierarchy have ‘maintained contact with the player’s parents’ with journalist [PacojoSER](https://twitter.com/PacojoSER) claiming they ‘want him to go back to England’. [World Cup](https://www.si.com/soccer/liverpool/news/confirmed-fifa-2022-world-cup-draw-groups-revealed-for-qatar), speculation regarding Jude Bellingham's future continues to mount.