Multitude Of High Profile Reds Left Out Of Preston North End FriendlyLiverpool began preseason with a friendly against Preston, missing key players like Van Dijk, Wirtz, Alisson, Mac Allister, Diaz, and Konaté. These players are currently on individual training plans, delayed by the recent passing of Diogo Jota. Stefan Bajcetic remains sidelined due to hamstring surgery. Liverpool are prioritizing player fitness ahead of their Asian tour.