Tim Spiers recaps the best talking points from Tuesday's Champions League action, as Liverpool and Barcelona secured spots in the last 16

Liverpool are facing a major threat in their quest to sign a top right-back they have identified as a potential replacement for Trent Alexander-Arnold, with a report claiming that Barcelona are showing interest in signing him after a recommendation from Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola as his stance on a potential move is revealed.

Barcelona's spectacular fightback against Benfica on Tuesday meant Liverpool would have to wait another week to be confirmed winner of the league phase of the new look Champions League. But manager Arne Slot was full of praise for referee Danny Makkelie playing so much stoppage time in the 5-4 win for Barcelona.

The financial benefits of Liverpool finishing top are clear to see, though, with £8.3 million to come their way if they get the job done next week, as each position in the table is worth £232,000.

Fast forward to today, and Cannonier is no longer a ball boy—he’s a highly-rated young striker in Liverpool’s academy. However, his path has been anything but straightforward, as detailed in a recent episode of the Anfield Academy Podcast, hosted by Ben Pescod and featuring academy expert Lewis Bower.

Liverpool have been in formidable form in the Champions League this season, with Arne Slot's side securing their place in the round of 16 with a game to spare in the group stage after winning all seve

PARIS: Liverpool beat Lille 2-1 on Tuesday to maintain their perfect record in this season's Champions League and clinch qualification for the

Last season's Europa League winners Atalanta are also guaranteed at least a play-off place after crushing Sturm Graz of Austria 5-0.

Liverpool duo Mohamed Salah and Harvey Elliott have responded to questions posed to them on their futures – deliveing interesting answers.After the Reds’ 2-1 win over Lille in the Champions

Liverpool are back in Champions League action on Tuesday looking to keep up their 100% record in the competition against a Lille side who themselves have had an impressive start to the campaign (kick-off 8pm,

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