Watford winger Ismaila Sarr was left out of the matchday squad amid reports that he is close to joining Liverpool.
The 22-year-old was absent from Watford’s EFL Cup clash against Newport County which they lost, seemingly due to the speculation about his future.
Liverpool were heavily interested in Sarr this summer and the Reds even his met his representatives. However, they decided to move for Diogo Jota who joined last week from Wolves.
The Champions have enough depth in their attacking midfield region following the arrival of Jota and adding another winger to the ranks doesn’t make enough sense.