WHO STARTS IN THIS MIDFIELD?!

Liverpool continued their preparations for the new season with wins over Athletic Club in back-to-back friendlies at Anfield.

A second-string side won the first game 4-1, and that was followed up with a 3-2 victory for a strong-looking starting XI.

And Reds reporter David Lynch was there to see plenty for Arne Slot to be encouraged by from both games.

Here, he reflects on another impressive showing from Trey Nyoni and Rio Ngumoha.

The efforts of Cody Gakpo and Ryan Gravenberch in the second friendly are also discussed.

Check out this review of the match and don't forget to leave your thoughts in the comment section below.

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