Wirtz jetting in, Kerkez close, No.9 next – journalist outlines Liverpool’s hectic week

Liverpool are about to welcome a record signing to Kirkby – but it’s what happens after that which could define our summer.

Pre-season training begins soon under Arne Slot, with the first friendly set for 13 July.

But according to Lewis Steele of Mail Sport, the next 48 hours could be even more important off the pitch.

Writing on X, Steele said: “Big 48 hours for Liverpool as record signing Florian Wirtz is jetting to England (don’t get used to this weather, mate) to complete his signing today/tomorrow...