Liverpool's pre-season has highlighted plenty of positives, but the transfer window is becoming impossible to ignore.
On today's Newsround, Dave Davis assesses where Liverpool stand after the Leeds defeat, why the performances of Trey Nyoni and several academy stars continue to encourage, and why the biggest talking points now lie away from the pitch.
The spotlight remains firmly on Bradley Barcola, with fresh reports suggesting the winger still wants a move to Anfield, although negotiations with PSG are expected to be anything but straightforward. Dave explains why patience may still be required and why Liverpool cannot allow the saga to drag on for too much longer.
There's also a major discussion around Cody Gakpo, with Tottenham reportedly preparing to step up their interest. Dave debates whether Liverpool should cash in if a significant offer arrives, why simply replacing Gakpo with Barcola may not be enough, and how the Reds could still need another attacking signing before the window closes.
Elsewhere, there's the latest on Curtis Jones and Inter Milan, updates on Jeremie Frimpong and Jeremy Jacquet, plus discussion around Federico Chiesa, Harvey Elliott, Ryan Gravenberch and the urgent need for reinforcements in defence and midfield ahead of the Premier League opener.
With Monaco next on the schedule, Liverpool's squad could look very different by the time they return to Anfield.
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August 3 · 38 min