Overview

• Slot confirmed Alexander Isak is included for Liverpool's Champions League match against Atlético Madrid and could make his debut from the bench.
• The manager said he is certain Isak will not play 90 minutes and indicated any appearance will be tightly managed, potentially around a half.
• Isak missed pre-season and early fixtures after training away from Newcastle's first team and has not started for club or country since last season.
• Slot defended Liverpool's summer outlay of about £450m by pointing to nearly £300m raised in player sales.
• Alexis Mac Allister trained ahead of the match, Curtis Jones remains out with a knock, and Slot described Atlético as a well-drilled, difficult opponent.