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The hosts looked like they would cruise to victory when they were awarded a 14th-minute penalty which would have added to Trent Alexander-Arnold’s shot which deflected in off Fikayo Tomori.

A recent report claimed that Chelsea had contacted Kessie’s representatives to place a contract on the table, which would be worth significantly more than he currently earns in Milan.

Ibrahimovic was expected to be in contention to lead the line at Anfield, but Pioli has revealed that tendon issues will prevent the Swede from returning to English soil.

The Rossoneri are making their return to the Champions League after an eight-year absence, and Klopp believes that the visit of Stefano Pioli‘s side will be “very tough” for both clubs.

Kessie’s future at San Siro is far from certain, though, as his current deal is due to expire next June, and it is believed that he has thus far rejected the chance to pen an extension.

In fact, only the top four – AC Milan, Inter Milan, Napoli and Juventus – possessed a better defensive record than Torino in Italy’s top flight in the 2021-22 campaign, leading to increased interest in the standout performer from the defence.

Bremer signed a contract extension with his Serie A outfit last month, but the agreement only runs until June 2024, and he is expected to be available for the right price during this summer’s transfer window.

However, Klopp suggested that his skipper should be in contention to take part in Wednesday’s Champions League last-16 first leg against Inter Milan at San Siro.

An approach is only likely to happen, though, if Aymeric Laporte is sold. The Spaniard is believed to be angling for a move away from the Etihad but there are not many clubs who could match City’s asking price.