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Liverpool leave Shaqiri out of squad to face Red Star amid safety concerns

The Switzerland star angered Serbian supporters with his celebration at the World Cup and has been omitted by Reds boss Jurgen Klopp

Liverpool have left Xherdan Shaqiri out of their squad for their Champions League clash with Red Star Belgrade amid concerns over the Swiss star’s safety.

Reds boss Jurgen Klopp has taken the decision to omit the winger from his 21-man travelling party, which will leave Merseyside for Serbia later on Monday morning.

Klopp is keen to avoid unnecessary distractions as Liverpool look to take a significant step towards qualification from Group C on Tuesday night.