Manager Arne Slot says Luis Diaz was left out of Liverpool's friendly defeat against AC Milan because of speculation surrounding a move for the forward.

Eight-day event, featuring stars from clubs such as Liverpool and AC Milan, is boon for retail and hospitality sectors, experts say.

Liverpool supporters and their former forward and manager Kenny Dalglish led tributes to Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva before a pre-season friendly against AC Milan in Hong Kong on Saturday.

Liverpool continue their preparations for the new season this afternoon with a friendly against AC Milan in Hong Kong. The Reds have built a new-look side ahead of their Premier League title