Iraola previews Fenerbahce trip as Liverpool target perfect European record
Liverpool head to Istanbul on Wednesday aiming to keep their Champions League momentum going, and manager Andoni Iraola's pre-match press conference has set the tone for the build-up.
LiverpoolFC.com reports that Iraola touched on several topics in his media session, including the challenge Fenerbahce pose, the atmosphere expected in Istanbul, and an update on youngster Trey Nyoni (LiverpoolFC.com). The Liverpool Echo adds detail on the Fenerbahce theme, with Iraola admitting what his side have been missing in front of goal - noting that while Liverpool have been in fine form in the Champions League, they have often struggled to convert chances in the Premier League (Liverpool Echo).
On team selection, the Liverpool Echo reports that line-ups for the Fenerbahce clash appear to be taking shape, with decisions made on whether Trey Nyoni and Dominik Szoboszlai will feature as Iraola's side head to Turkey for this Matchday 4 fixture (Liverpool Echo). The same outlet notes Iraola is keen to look forward rather than dwell on any Arsenal talk, with his focus firmly on maintaining Liverpool's perfect record in this season's competition (Liverpool Echo).
Elsewhere in the build-up, the Liverpool Echo reports winger Bradley Barcola has been vocal, offering his own thoughts on a potential tactical tweak and speaking candidly about his start to the campaign under Iraola (Liverpool Echo). Meanwhile, Liverpool.com reports that Ryan Gravenberch's absence has been explained by Iraola, who appeared frustrated discussing "discomfort" affecting the midfielder (Liverpool.com).
On the contract front, This Is Anfield reports that young talent Trey Nyoni is "in advanced talks" over a new deal at Anfield, a boost for the club as they look to tie down promising academy products (This Is Anfield). Liverpool.com also flags a fresh transfer priority said to be emerging at the club, separate from any Iraola-specific transfer decision, as the manager continues shaping his squad since taking over (Liverpool.com).
All eyes now turn to the Sukru Saracoglu Stadium, where Iraola will hope his side can maintain their unbeaten European run while continuing to manage injury concerns and squad rotation ahead of a busy run of fixtures.
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