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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.

Fortunately, we are not experiencing financial problems and we have no need to sell players.” “He deserves it, because he’s a spectacular kid and a very important player for us. Enzo’s great goal ended the game.” “What I can promise our supporters is what I did at the beginning of the year. “We have the sole objective of having a winning season, no player will leave – unless it is due to the clause – which at this moment is fundamental for the squad,” Costa said. Fernandez scored a stunning goal in their vital 2-0 win over Mexico in the group stages and he is now likely to start against Croatia in the semi-finals on Tuesday night.

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.

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

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.

Matt Parish, chief executive of LFC Foundation, said: “We are pleased to announce our seventh home Official Legends Charity Match against Celtic Legends next ...

Both clubs have a shared history and I’ve no doubt that the Legends will put on a fantastic and competitive display of football for all to enjoy.” The game, which could see former Rangers boss [Steven Gerrard](https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/all-about/steven-gerrard) back in action, will take place at Anfield on Saturday, March 25 (kick-off 3pm). [Celtic](https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/all-about/celtic-fc) Foundation to support good causes linked to both, including Forever Reds, which helps former Reds stars in need of care.

According to The Athletic, Diaz requires surgery on his knee injury, with a return date of March the likely outcome. Liverpool midfielder Harvey Elliott was ...

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.irishmirror.ie/all-about/champions-league) places. [Liverpool](https://www.irishmirror.ie/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.irishmirror.ie/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.irishmirror.ie/all-about/premier-league) champions [Manchester City](https://www.irishmirror.ie/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. t was a non-situation in training, honestly – nothing. [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.irishmirror.ie/all-about/arsenal-fc) in October.

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.

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.