Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola said his side struggle to sustain fitness for 90 minutes after a 3-2 preseason defeat to Monaco, losing a two-goal lead for the second straight time. Alexander Isak and Florian Wirtz scored in the first half, but Monaco fought back with Paris Brunner's late header at Anfield. Iraola noted players don't have energy for a full match and need more training.

Liverpool have been hit by defensive injuries to Joe Gomez, Giovanni Leoni, and new signing Jérémy Jacquet, while Curtis Jones missed the match with hip issues. However, sources say Barcelona defender Ronald Araújo is set to join on loan with an option to buy for €55 million (£47m/$64m), providing a boost to the backline.

The Reds face Como next in their final preseason match before opening the Premier League season against Newcastle on Aug. 23.