Liverpool can expect Newcastle to make a firm move for Joe Gomez in January, with a report also detailing the player’s stance on leaving the Reds. Newcastle sought to sign a high profile centre-back over the summer and saw numerous bids – the highest worth £65m – knocked back by Crystal Palace for Marc Guehi.

Dominik Szoboszlai’s struggles at Liverpool may be developing into a cause for concern for manager Arne Slot. The Reds have enjoyed a strong start to the season under their new boss, winning five of their opening six matches to go top of the Premier League ahead of rivals Manchester City and Arsenal.

Liverpool ensured a seventh win in eight games under Arne Slot with a hard-earned 2-1 Premier League triumph at Wolves on Saturday. A penalty from Mohamed Salah proved the winner after Ibrahima Konate had seen his first-half opener equalised by Rayan Ait-Nouri.

After kicking off the Champions League well with a victory over Milan, Liverpool will follow things up facing a disappointing Bologna side. A lot has changed since last season for both of them but Bologna breaking in a new manager and key players at multiple positions will make this a tough match against Liverpool finding their feet under Arne Slot.