Bologna coach Vincenzo Italiano is excited for his first ever game at Anfield on Wednesday night, but is aware of the dangers that Liverpool threat and has told his players that they will all need to be at their absolute best to get a result against Arne Slot’s side. Arne Slot says he ‘cannot accept mediocrity’ at Liverpool ahead of Bologna clash

With two games to go before the October international break, Liverpool are looking to collect every available point and go into the break at the top of every available table, starting with a visit from first-time guests Bologna.

The Reds opened their Champions League campaign with a 3-1 win over AC Milan in Italy, despite going a goal down after just three minutes, and they return to European competition sat top of the Premier League after Saturday’s win at Wolves.