However, the Reds will not have it easy. Brentford have an excellent home record, winning nine, drawing two and losing two of their 11 league games in front of their own fans so far this season, and in midweek they came from two goals down to draw 2-2 with faltering defending champions Manchester City.

Trent Alexander-Arnold is wanted by Real Madrid, but the England right back might not be a good fit for the Spanish giants.

Liverpool are back in Premier League action this afternoon as they travel to take on Brentford, but UK fans are unable to watch the clash live on TV.

Uruguayan striker would not have struck his dramatic stoppage-time brace were it not for the impact of a fellow substitute

The Liverpool City Region is making a bold play to replace London as the tourism capital of the UK. Local leaders have unveiled a five-year plan which it hopes will boost the region’s economy, create jobs and become the go-to destination in the country.

Liverpool midfielder Harvey Elliott has been linked with a move away from the club in the January transfer window. Elliott has struggled for game time under Arn

Nottingham Forest has demonstrated its unlikely Premier League title credentials by holding Liverpool to a 1-1 draw that backed up its win over the leaders earlier in the season.

Diogo Jota pressed his claims for a place in the XI with his immediate impact on Tuesday, but in his pre-match press conference, Slot confirmed the Portuguese forward picked up a niggle during his cameo and was struggling to be fit. Given his recent injury record, risking him from the start would be a potentially flawed move.

Liverpool: Diogo Jota doubtful for Brentford clash as Arne Slot reveals why Luis Diaz missed training - Mixed fortunes on the team news front as Reds look to go seven points clear of Arsenal in Premie

The Reds are currently top of the standings on 47 points, and have a game in hand against the Gunners (43). Read more at straitstimes.com.