Overview

• Liverpool confirmed Alexander Isak in the starting lineup for the Champions League opener at Anfield, marking his first appearance since a £125m deadline-day move.
• Slot said Isak will not play the full 90 minutes as he builds fitness after logging only 18 minutes of match time since May.
• Team changes saw Andy Robertson start at left-back ahead of Milos Kerkez, Jeremie Frimpong return to right-back, and Dominik Szoboszlai move into midfield, with Hugo Ekitike on the bench.
• UEFA’s published list shows a 24-man European squad with Federico Chiesa omitted, while List B rules allow additional eligible youngsters such as Trey Nyoni and Jayden Danns.
• Slot publicly defended Liverpool’s approximately £450m summer spend by stressing that close to £300m was raised through player sales.