Arthur Melo is unlikely to make his Liverpool debut in the Merseyside derby with the club doubtful he will receive international clearance in time.
The Brazil international was formally announced as Liverpool's fourth signing of the window late on Thursday, joining on a season-long loan. Jurgen Klopp is delighted with Arthur's arrival, as it provides much-needed midfield options.
Klopp is waiting on the outcome of scan to determine how badly damaged Jordan Henderson's hamstring is but the manager confirmed his captain is certainly out of the clash with Everton and is expected to miss a number of weeks.