Liverpool’s pre-season training continued on day three, with a 30-man squad including both senior players and academy prospects taking part in a session at the AXA Training Centre. The English weather, with its overcast skies and rain, provided a taste of what Arne Slot can expect in his future training sessions at Merseyside.
The session began with the players undergoing fitness tests, replacing the lactate test from the previous day. Ten senior players, such as Caoimhin Kelleher, Kostas Tsimikas, Curtis Jones, Harvey Elliott, and Fabio Carvalho, were present and actively involved in the training. Additionally, Luke Chambers and Calum Scanlon made appearances after their loan spell and injury recovery, respectively.
The absence of first-team internationals allowed several academy players to showcase their talents. Youngsters like Jayden Danns, Lewis Koumas, Trey Nyoni, Amara Nallo, Kieran Morrison, and Dominic Corness were spotted on the pitch. Notably, Tom Hill, who stood out during the previous pre-season but suffered an injury setback, returned to training and participated in the session.
However, star players Mohamed Salah and Wataru Endo remained absent as they were granted extra leave following their international commitments after the conclusion of the club season. It is expected that they will rejoin the squad soon. The club still has nine senior players competing in the Euros or Copa America, and they are not expected to return until the beginning of August.
Overall, Liverpool’s pre-season training is well underway, with a mix of experienced players and promising youngsters working hard to prepare for the upcoming season. As the squad continues to develop their fitness and skills, fans eagerly await the return of key players like Salah and Endo to bolster the team’s strength.