Liverpool are short of forwards right now and yet the ongoing discussion within the fanbase right now is primarily about the multitude of options Arne Slot should consider for the trip to

It’s still all about Alexander Isak and there have been ‘bombshells’ aplenty after words from both Arne Slot and Eddie Howe.

Arne Slot has left the door ajar on the possibility of further signings at Liverpool before the summer transfer window closes on 1 September.

The £29.5million signing is expected to start at right-back in Sunday's Community Shield, with Conor Bradley a major fitness doubt.

Liverpool head coach Arne Slot admits the high standards they set winning the Premier League last season means any blip will come under immediate scrutiny. Despite winning their opening match 4-2 there was criticism of their defensive frailties as they conceded a two-goal lead before coming back late in the game.

Arne Slot has been delivered a major blow as one of his new signings is expected to miss the trip to St James’ Park.

Before the squad flew home from Asia, the head coach spoke about Liverpool's tour, transfer dealings, and how there could be more to come

Noise from the Crystal Palace end interrupted the moment of silence for Jota and his brother, Andre Silva, before the Community Shield

Arne Slot played down the interruption of the minute's silence in memory of Diogo Jota by Crystal Palace fans ahead of the Community Shield.

There can be promise, though. Cause for hope. Such is the case for Liverpool and forward Federico Chiesa, who made a match-winning difference off the bench against Bournemouth on Friday and who manager Arne Slot says is looking better than at almost any point last season.