The Merseysiders are traveling to America this summer as part of their pre-season preparations. Before heading to Pittsburgh, where they will face Real Betis, the Reds have announced a 28-man squad, with some notable names missing. Players such as Alisson, Darwin Nunez, Alexis Mac Allister, and Luis Diaz have been given extended holidays after the Copa America. Additionally, Ibrahima Konate will also be absent as a result of a busy summer of international fixtures.

Academy graduates Jayden Danns and Bobby Clark were set to join the squad in the United States but have been left in the UK due to injury. Manager Slot has only three-and-a-half weeks left to prepare for the season’s opener against Ipswich, and with some players yet to meet the squad, it presents a challenging task. Slot anticipates increasing training intensity in the USA, despite the strong resistance of the teams they will play against. He aims to maintain the team’s fitness and quality, with the return of players expected to elevate performance.

Despite the absences, Slot still has a host of first-team stars to rely on. Additionally, the team offers special offers, promotions, and advertisements for community members and their partners, with the option to opt out at any time.