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The England under-21 international was substituted after just 29 minutes of Liverpool's match with Lyon.

[Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/5XstioL80j5xvix2FgayOv?si=c6005a65bcb245e7) [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdlFklV55ZttMuLE6hf3FdA) [TikTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@lfctransferroom?lang=en) [Report: Luis Diaz Ruled Out Until March In Huge Blow To Liverpool & Jurgen Klopp](https://www.si.com/soccer/liverpool/news/report-luis-diaz-ruled-out-until-march-in-huge-blow-to-liverpool-jurgen-klopp) [Liverpool Battle Tottenham And Inter Milan For World Cup Star](https://www.si.com/soccer/liverpool/news/breaking-liverpool-to-battle-tottenham-and-inter-milan-for-world-cup-star-midfielder-in-january-transfer-window) [World Cup 2022 Golden Boot Race: Live Updates & Betting Odds](https://www.si.com/soccer/liverpool/news/world-cup-2022-golden-boot-race-live-updates-betting-odds) [FIFA World Cup Quarter-Final Fixtures/Results](https://www.si.com/soccer/liverpool/news/fifa-world-cup-2022-quarter-final-fixtures-schedule-results) [Borussia Dortmund's Jude Bellingham Close To Liverpool Move](https://www.si.com/soccer/liverpool/transfers/englands-world-cup-star-player-jude-bellingham-close-to-liverpool-transfer) [EXCLUSIVE: Dietmar Hamann Speaks About Jurgen Klopp, FSG and Joelinton](https://www.si.com/soccer/liverpool/exclusive-interviews/exclusive-ex-liverpool-dietmar-hamann-speaks-about-jurgen-klopp-fsg-new-ownership-and-joelinton) [Get PureVPN](https://billing.purevpn.com/aff.php?aff=48124&chan=lfc) to access BBC iPlayer and ITV Hub outside the UK and watch the FIFA World Cup for free] [World Cup](https://www.si.com/soccer/liverpool/news/confirmed-fifa-2022-world-cup-draw-groups-revealed-for-qatar) brightly and saw his team take the lead in the opening minute when [Mohamed Salah](https://www.si.com/soccer/liverpool/news/report-mohamed-salah-set-for-pundit-role-during-2022-qatar-world-cup) saw his attempt blocked and Fabio Carvalho tapped home.

Liverpool lost 3-1 to Lyon in a mid-season friendly as they gear up for the return of the Premier League on Boxing Day.

Liverpool face AC Milan in a friendly on December 16 in Dubai before a return to domestic action on December 22 against Manchester City in the Carabao Cup. THE BIG LOSER: It may have been only a friendly but Salah produced one of the poorest penalties he has ever taken. THE MVP: Ex-Arsenal striker Alexander Lacazette bagged two goals for the French side as he proved he still has it after a disappointing spell in England.

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp said Luis Diaz's injury is a big disappointment for the Reds. Diaz was forced to sit out of Liverpool's winter training camp ...

It was a non-situation in training, honestly - nothing, felt something," Klopp said of Diaz. Uruguay failed to qualify for the Round of 16 after finishing third in their group table. The 25-year-old winger was forced to sit out of Liverpool's winter training camp after facing new fitness issues.

Comprehensively beaten 3-0 by Arsenal in the first game of the four-team tournament on Thursday, Lyon executed high-regarded French coach Laurent Blanc's ...

But Elliott was intercepted by Lopes, who would have a good game under the Al Maktoum Stadium lights. Having gone in front for the first time in the match, Lyon began to exert more pressure on Liverpool following a rash of substitutions by both sides and the exit of Mo Salah, much to the crowd’s dismay. Lacazette was in the thick of it and would be rewarded with his second goal of the match when powering the ball home after Sael Kumbedi was disposed of by Liverpool’s Spanish defender Adrian. After the change of ends, Lyon began to grow in confidence and made things difficult for their opponents by staying on the attack, perhaps inspired by their country’s defeat of England in Saturday’s World Cup quarterfinals. Mo Salah, who was cheered on passionately every time he won the ball, would break the hearts of his adoring fans when his spot kick to the middle was blocked by the legs of a diving French keeper Anthony Lopez. Comprehensively beaten 3-0 by Arsenal in the first game of the four-team tournament on Thursday, Lyon executed high-regarded French coach Laurent Blanc’s recovery plans to perfection in front of thousands of supporters of the English club.

Watch match highlights from the Dubai Super Cup after Liverpool lost 3-1 to Lyon in normal time before being beaten 5-3 in a bonus penalty shootout.

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.

Enzo Fernandez has starred for Benfica this season and in the World Cup with Argentina and has now emerged as a transfer target for Liverpool to bolster ...

[Tell us what you think here.](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/enzo-fernandez-liverpool-benfica-argentina-28712226#comments-section) [Have Your Say!](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/enzo-fernandez-liverpool-benfica-argentina-28712226#comments-section) Would Fernandez be the best possible midfield signing for Liverpool ? Fernandez only joined Benfica over the summer in a deal worth €10million (£8.9million) plus €8m (£7.1m) in add-ons from Argentine giants River Plate. Liverpool made striker Darwin Nunez their club-record signing when the striker joined from Benfica in a deal worth £64.2million (€75m) up front plus a series of add-ons earlier this year. Fernandez primarily plays at the base of a three-man midfield for Argentina, while has has also featured in Benfica’s 4-2-3-1 formation. However, both outlets cite that those reports emerged in the other nation – with neither claiming the story as their own. The 21-year-old midfielder curled into the top corner late on to ensure Argentina won a match they desparately needed to. [Record](https://www.record.pt/futebol/futebol-nacional/liga-bwin/benfica/detalhe/tubaroes-disputam-enzo) and [Diario AS](http://tiny.cc/z1y1vz) in Spain outline that the player has reached a pre-agreement with the Reds. [World Cup](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/world-cup-2022?service=responsive), where he scored a brilliant goal in [Argentina’s 2-0 win over Mexico](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/lionel-messi-argentina-mexico-worldcup-28592711) during the group stage. [Liverpool](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/liverpool-fc) have reportedly secured a ‘pre-contract agreement’ with [Benfica](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/benfica) midfielder and [Argentina](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/argentina-football-team) international star Enzo Fernandez. [quarter-final victory over Netherlands](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/match-reports/breaking-argentina-netherlands-worldcup-highlights-28698657). [Real Madrid](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/real-madrid-cf) from Monaco last summer – and are keeping tabs on the situation of Borussia Dortmund midfielder [Jude Bellingham](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/jude-bellingham), who is being chased by a host of Europe’s top clubs.

Real Madrid could face competition from Liverpool in their 2023 move for 2022 World Cup star Enzo Fernandez.

[Record](https://www.record.pt/futebol/futebol-nacional/liga-bwin/benfica/detalhe/tubaroes-disputam-enzo?ref=HP_1BucketDestaquesPrincipais) claim Liverpool are in front of Real Madrid in the race for Fernandez, with a deal already agreed with Benfica, as the defending [La Liga](https://www.football-espana.net/category/la-liga) champions consider their next move. [O Jogo](https://www.ojogo.pt/futebol/1a-liga/benfica/noticias/real-madrid-ja-bateu-a-porta-de-enzo-fernandez-15454747.html) claim Real Madrid are exploring their options, with Benfica schemer Fernandez on their radar, [as Jude Bellingham’s asking price at Borussia Dortmund rises.](https://www.football-espana.net/2022/12/05/real-madrid-jude-bellingham-bidding-war) [Real Madrid](https://www.football-espana.net/category/la-liga/real-madrid) could face competition from [Liverpool](https://www.caughtoffside.com/tags/premier-league/liverpool/) in their 2023 move for [2022 World Cup](https://www.football-espana.net/category/2022-world-cup) star [Enzo Fernandez](https://www.football-espana.net/tag/enzo-fernandez).

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.

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.

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.

Liverpool have been without Luis Diaz since before the World Cup and Jurgen Klopp's side have been dealt a blow while preparing to welcome back the ...

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.mirror.co.uk/all-about/champions-league) places. [Liverpool](https://www.mirror.co.uk/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.mirror.co.uk/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.mirror.co.uk/all-about/premier-league) champions [Manchester City](https://www.mirror.co.uk/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. [comments section](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/liverpool-luis-diaz-injury-update-28713668#comments-wrapper). [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.mirror.co.uk/all-about/arsenal-fc) in October.

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has outlined his frustration after injured winger Luis Diaz suffered a fresh setback on his road to recovery.

It was a proper smash in the face." It was a non-situation. He feels fine."

Liverpool have been hit by some negative injury news ahead of their return to action in 2023 with Luis Diaz sidelined.

It was a proper smash in the face." It was a non situation. Klopp on Luis Diaz: "It is a big disappointment for all of us.

Luis Diaz had successful surgery on his left knee after an injury stemming back a couple months. He is out for three more months, though.

Even then, the loss of Diaz for an extended period of time puts more strain on the other forward options at Klopp’s disposal. However, he could potentially return for the March 15 away leg. While the injury damaged Liverpool, it was at an ‘okay’ time. However, the forward complained of pain on the same knee in training. Consequently, he returned to training with the Anfield club and participated in its brief tour during the World Cup. However, Diaz left the game due as it was revealed he damaged is lateral collateral ligament in his left knee.

Jürgen Klopp confirms forward was injured in training · Díaz was working his way back after knee injury.

Díaz has scored four goals and contributed three assists in 11 Premier League and Champions League appearances this season. “It was a non-situation in training. “It’s clear it’s a big disappointment for all of us, for him as well,” Liverpool’s manager said.

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Jurgen Klopp could improve his midfield options with the signing of a player that has impressed at the FIFA 2022 World Cup.

[Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/5XstioL80j5xvix2FgayOv?si=c6005a65bcb245e7) [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdlFklV55ZttMuLE6hf3FdA) [TikTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@lfctransferroom?lang=en) [it has been reported previously that he has a release clause of €120million.](https://www.si.com/soccer/chelsea/transfer-news/report-enzo-fernandez-release-clause-revealed-amid-chelsea-interest) [Diario La Capital](https://www.lacapital.com.ar/qatar-2022/liverpool-negocia-benfica-la-contratacion-enzo-fernandez-n10035584.html?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter), the Anfield hierarchy have anticipated the likely interest of Manchester City and Manchester United to already agree in principle on a deal to sign Fernandez in June 2023. [a fee of €12million](https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/enzo-fernandez/transfers/spieler/648195), but has impressed with his performances in the Primeira Liga and UEFA Champions League.

Liverpool could be ahead of other top clubs in the race for Benfica's Enzo Fernandez. According to 'The Mirror', the Argentine midfielder has reached a ...

That is, a figure close to 30 million. 'The Mirror' reported that [Liverpool](https://www.besoccer.com/team/liverpool) have reached a pre-agreement with the Portuguese side and the player himself.

Enzo Fernandez has impressed for Argentina at the World Cup - and Jurgen Klopp could be set to trigger his £103m release clause with a 'deal in principle' ...

Bellingham was key to the Three Lions' win over Senegal in the round of 16. The youngster has appeared in all five of Argentina's World Cup fixtures, and he's played every moment of knockout football as the Albiceleste have charged into the semi-finals. [Real Madrid](https://www.dailystar.co.uk/latest/real-madrid-fc), and [Manchester City](https://www.dailystar.co.uk/latest/manchester-city-fc) all believed to be interested in the [Borussia Dortmund](https://www.dailystar.co.uk/latest/borussia-dortmund-fc) man. Fernandez has shined for Argentina in Qatar, and his shop window performances have attracted interest from Europe's top suitors. [ La Capital ](https://www.lacapital.com.ar/qatar-2022/liverpool-negocia-benfica-la-contratacion-enzo-fernandez-n10035584.html?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter)goes further, suggesting there is a deal in place between the parties, with Liverpool 'agreeing a deal in principle' with the Portuguese side. And according to reports in the Argentine's homeland, Liverpool have a deal in place to land the youngster.

In today's Liverpool news round up, we cover reports from Argentina stating Liverpool have a pre-agreement in place to sign Benfica midfielder Enzo ...

[Kaide Gordon](https://www.thisisanfield.com/liverpool-fc/kaide-gordon/)also looks to be making good progress, sharing [footage](https://www.thisisanfield.com/2022/12/kaide-gordon-back-on-the-pitch-after-10-month-injury-nightmare/)of him jogging out on the training pitches in Dubai, having been sidelined for 10 months with a pelvic injury. [Record](http://Another source in Argentina, Varsky Sports, say Liverpool ), one of the leading sources for news in Portugal, claimed Liverpool had been in contact with Benfica regarding Enzo Fernandez’s availability, with the 21-year-old impressing for Argentina at the World Cup. I will not say what she said but this is [Sunderland](https://www.thisisanfield.com/liverpool-fc/sunderland) host [West Brom](https://www.thisisanfield.com/liverpool-fc/west-brom) at 8pm (GMT). this is my boy.. [Luis Diaz](https://www.thisisanfield.com/liverpool-fc/luis-diaz/)‘s partner has [shared images](https://www.instagram.com/stories/luisdiaz19_/2991578986186532358/)of the Liverpool winger in hospital, with reports in Colombia claiming he underwent surgery on his latest knee injury on Saturday. [Jurgen Klopp](https://www.thisisanfield.com/liverpool-fc/jurgen-klopp/) [name-dropped](https://www.thisisanfield.com/2022/12/jurgen-klopp-says-liverpool-prospect-has-everything-except-1-attribute/)one youngster he believes “has everything” to be a top centre-back. [Arthur](https://www.thisisanfield.com/liverpool-fc/arthur/)is [ahead of schedule](https://www.thisisanfield.com/2022/12/liverpool-receive-arthur-injury-boost-with-new-end-of-the-month-timescale/)with his recovery and may be able to return to training later this month, according to reports in Italy. Su cláusula de salida es de 120 millones de euros. Es cierto el interés de Liverpool por Enzo Fernández e incluso le acercó una oferta de contrato al jugador. [The Athletic](https://theathletic.com/3991075/2022/12/12/ornstein-world-cup-transfer-targets/?source=emp_shared_article)‘s David Ornstein has today [reported](https://www.thisisanfield.com/2022/12/reds-front-runners-for-bellingham-kudus-contact-latest-lfc-transfer-rumours/) that there is a feeling among the clubs interested in Jude Bellingham that Liverpool are the leading the race to secure his signature. [Other reports in Spain](https://www.thisisanfield.com/2022/12/ward-is-a-big-fan-liverpool-links-to-world-cup-midfield-duo-continue/) suggested the Reds had a pre-agreement in place to sign him next summer, with Real Madrid also said to be interested.

Liverpool reportedly already have a pre-agreement in place with the Real Madrid transfer target, who has shined at the World Cup.

But it looks like Liverpool have gotten ahead in the race to sign him. While they are not expected to make any signings in the January transfer window, next summer looks set to be a different story. Real Madrid have been linked with some of the most in-demand players in the world over the last few weeks and months.

Luis Diaz's partner Gera Ponce has shared an update from the Liverpool ace's hospital bed after his knee surgery. The 25-year-old Colombian faces a further ...

Luiz Diaz's partner posts an image with the Liverpool star and their daughter following his knee operation... Diaz was hopeful for a comeback in Dubai over the weekend, but suffered a major setback - Diaz was hoping to return for the Reds in Dubai, before suffering a new issue

It's fair to say former Liverpool star Adam Lallana was very excited when Jurgen Klopp became Liverpool boss back in 2015.

In 2016, Lallana was named England Player of the Year. “Because obviously, I had a tough first year and I was looking to kick on in my Liverpool career. He kind of just told me to relax, goals will come, better performances will come.

Liverpool are about to come under pressure to recruit another stop-gap solution in the January transfer window after previous deals for Ozan Kabak and ...

Even if FSG sanction a move for a midfielder, their reputation may suffer in January if they don't also get a forward. There will probably be an internal belief that the club can cope, but many supporters want more than just coping. For some, this no doubt highlights the problems of FSG's ownership. Third, it wouldn't necessarily be seen as a good investment. Liverpool's owners appear to have become less and less rigid in their model in recent times. Díaz flew back to the UK after complaining of discomfort in his knee and has had to undergo surgery on his lateral collateral ligament. [Darwin Núñez](https://www.liverpool.com/liverpool-fc-news/features/liverpool-transfer-darwin-nunez-ancelotti-25717699), [Fábio Carvalho](https://www.liverpool.com/liverpool-fc-news/features/liverpool-lyon-fabio-carvalho-lijnders-25724886) and [Curtis Jones](https://www.liverpool.com/liverpool-fc-news/features/liverpool-contract-thiago-jurgen-klopp-25547109) — are stronger, and this injury pile-up is less likely to compromise the team's wider fortunes. He may not be back in action until February. They will only play a maximum of seven games between the start of January and the start of February (depending on how they fare in the FA Cup), but it will surely take Jota even longer to reach full fitness after a severe injury. [Arthur](https://www.liverpool.com/liverpool-fc-news/features/liverpool-2023-midfield-jurgen-klopp-25538631) after previously insisting they would not buy a midfielder. [Sign up to the Liverpool.com newsletter here — it only takes a few seconds!](https://www.liverpool.com/newsletter-preference-centre/) [FSG](https://www.liverpool.com/liverpool-fc-news/features/liverpool-transfer-fsg-arsenal-january-25665394) do have history for buying stop-gaps (eventually, reluctantly and when they come under pressure to).