Liverpool latest news flash
Here are the latest news updates from Liverpool FC:
Match Updates
- Liverpool's Premier League match against Manchester City has been postponed due to a COVID-19 outbreak within the City squad. The match was scheduled to take place on January 3.
- The Reds have announced that their FA Cup third-round match against Shrewsbury Town will be played behind closed doors due to COVID-19 restrictions.
Transfer News
- Liverpool have signed 18-year-old midfielder Conor Bradley from Derry City for an undisclosed fee. Bradley has signed a five-year contract with the Reds.
- The Reds are reportedly interested in signing RB Leipzig midfielder Naby Keïta in the January transfer window.
Injury Updates
- Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk is expected to miss several weeks after suffering a hamstring injury in the Reds' 2-2 draw with West Bromwich Albion.
- Midfielder Thiago Alcântara is also set to miss several weeks after suffering a knee injury in the same match.
Other News
- Liverpool have announced that they will be hosting a special event to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the club's 1992 FA Cup win. The event will take place on January 15 at Anfield.
- The Reds have also announced that they will be launching a new charity initiative to support local food banks and other community organizations in Liverpool.
Quotes
- "We're disappointed to have to postpone the match against Manchester City, but the safety of our players and staff has to be our top priority." - Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp
- "Conor is a talented young player who has already shown great promise in his career. We're excited to see him develop with us." - Liverpool sporting director Michael Edwards