The Under-21s will compete against senior opposition in the three away games, after being drawn in Group F.
Barnsley, Doncaster Rovers and Huddersfield Town will each present real challenges for the youngsters, once the new season gets under way.
Travis Binnion's side will certainly benefit from the experience, with a sizeable following of travelling Reds always present to cheer the boys on.
It will form an important part of the campaign, with the Reds also entered in the UEFA Youth League, at Under-19s level, after winning the national Under-18s title with a play-off triumph over Chelsea in May.