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Liverpool vs Chelsea LIVE: Florian Wirtz OUT, Ngumoha starts, how to watch, TV channel and stream

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Today11:29 BSTChelsea team confirmedHere's how today's visitors line up...Content cannot be displayed without consentToday11:22 BSTTeam news - Wirtz outTeam news is in, and the big headline from Liverpool's perspective is Florian Wirtz doesn't make the squad.Giorgi Mamardashvili returns in goal, while Alexander Isak is fit enough to make the bench, while Rio Ngumoha is handed a start.Liverpool confirmed line-up vs Chelsea: Mamardashvili; Frimpong, Konate, Van Dijk, Kerkez; Gravenberch, Jones, Mac Allister; Szoboszlai, Gakpo, Ngumoha.Subs: Woodman, Gomez, Isak, Chiesa, Robertson, Nyoni, Morrison, Ndiaye, Wright.(Image: CameraSport via Getty Images)Today11:10 BSTTeam news on the wayWe should get team news from Anfield shortly - will Arne Slot make any changes from the defeat at Manchester United last weekend?We'll have the answer for you in around five minutes...Today10:53 BSTHow to watch Liverpool vs Chelsea in US and UKFans on both sides of the Atlantic will be able to catch all the action from Anfield today as Liverpool takes on Chelsea.For supporters in the UK, the game is live on TNT Sports 1, with coverage getting underway at 11am. Streaming options are available via HBO Max.As for fans in the US, the game can be watched and streamed via Peacock.Chelsea and Liverpool face off at Anfield(Image: Visionhaus/Getty Images)Today10:29 BSTAnthony Gordon talksTalks have already taken place between Bayern Munich and Newcastle, according to Sky Germany, although Liverpool remains in the discussions for his signature.Newcastle is said to have initially demanded up to $106 million (€90M) for the winger, with the Reds among those informed alongside Barcelona and Arsenal.However, it is expected that the fee could be between $88M and $100M, including bonuses.



Bayern is reportedly refusing to pay that, with talks ongoing with the other candidates.(Image: Michelle Mercer/Getty Images)Today09:49 BST14 players missing for Liverpool vs ChelseaThere are plenty of big names set to be absent as Liverpool takes on Chelsea today.The Reds are without Mohamed Salah and Alisson Becker once again, with neither having returned to training yet. Pedro Neto and Alejandro Garnacho are major doubts.(Image: Peter Byrne/PA Wire.)Today09:04 BSTAdam Wharton 'near the top of the list'Liverpool is interested in Adam Wharton, although it’s not yet clear whether the Reds will make a move for the Crystal Palace midfielder this summer, according to David Lynch.It’s claimed that Liverpool will make midfield signings this summer, and Lynch suggests that Wharton could be “near the top of the list”, given that “it’s still clear that they like him a lot.”Although no guarantees are made over a potential approach, the 22-year-old is said to “definitely” be on the club’s radar.Adam Wharton has been linked with a move to Liverpool in the summer(Image: Getty Images)Today08:23 BSTMarcos Senesi stance clearLiverpool is not looking to make a move for Marcos Senesi despite recent links with the Bournemouth defender, according to the Liverpool Echo.Senesi is set to become a free agent in the summer, and sources have told the Echo that he is indeed expected to be on the move, although his destination is still not decided.Recent reports have suggested that Liverpool could hijack Tottenham’s attempts to sign him, but the latest claim is that the Reds are happy with what they’ve got already.

With Ibrahima Konate close to signing a new contract, and Jeremy Jacquet arriving from Rennes, Liverpool feels it is well set at center-back.Liverpool has been linked with hijacking a deal for Marcos Senesi(Image: Getty Images)Today07:49 BSTBradley Barcola contactLiverpool is among a host of clubs claimed to have contacted Bradley Barcola's agent, according to Spanish outlet Mundo Deportivo.As well as the Reds, Barcelona, Bayern Munich and Arsenal are all named in the report.With Desire Doue and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia emerging as PSG's first-choice wingers, speculation is growing that the defending European champions could be willing to part ways with Barcola. (Photo by Steve Bardens - AMA/Getty Images)(Image: Getty Images)Today07:43 BSTWelcomeHello Liverpool fans, and welcome to our live updates as we bring you all the latest transfer news and rumors ahead of the summer transfer window.There's also the small matter of the Reds facing Chelsea today at Anfield, with Champions League qualification potentially in Liverpool's grasp.