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Liverpool faces Bournemouth in the first game of the new Premier League season with Arne Slot eyeing a successful title defense.
The Reds have already announced a new signing ahead of the game, although Geovani Leoni will not be available to play in the game. Meanwhile, Ben Doak has withdrawn from the squad as he closes in on a move to tonight's opponents.
It promises to be an emotional occasion at Anfield with tributes to the late Diogo Jota, while several new signings will be making their first appearances in the Premier League after a big summer of transfer spending. The game will kick off at 8 p.m. local time (3 p.m. E.T.).
Stay tuned as we bring all the latest team news, score updates and reaction from Anfield.
18:32Darren Wells
Liverpool sign Leoni
Liverpool have completed their seventh signing of the summer as defender Giovanni Leoni's transfer from Parma has been confirmed.
The 18-year-old arrives in a deal worth $35.2m (£26m) and will wear the No.15 shirt at Anfield.
Here's what the Reds' new arrival said about his move to Anfield.
18:14Rich Jones
Welcome!
Welcome to our live coverage of Liverpool's first Premier League game of the season.
AFC Bournemouth are the visitors to Anfield for what promises to be a fascinating contest.
Stay tuned for all the latest team news, updates and reaction as it happens.
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