Villarreal's Tomas Pina, third from left, celebrates with teammates after scoring, during the Europa League, round of 32, second-leg soccer match between Napoli and Villareal, at the San Paolo stadium in Naples, Italy, Thursday, Feb. 25, 2016. (AP Photo/Salvatore Laporta)

Villarreal Watch: La Liga side prepare for Anfield second leg with 2-0 win over Valencia

Villarreal warmed up for their trip to Anfield for Thursday night’s Europa League semi-final second leg with a 2-0 victory away to Valencia.

SWANSEA, WALES - Sunday, May 1, 2016: Liverpool's Martin Skrtel and Swansea City's captain Ashley Williams present a floral tribute to the 96 victims of the Hillsborough disaster before the Premier League match at the Liberty Stadium. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Video: Swansea City pay tribute to the Hillsborough families after justice verdict

Swansea City paid tribute to the families of the 96 after Tuesday’s Hillsborough inquest verdict, laying a wreath at the Liberty Stadium on Sunday.

NEWCASTLE-UPON-TYNE, ENGLAND - Sunday, December 6, 2015: Liverpool's Joe Allen in action against Newcastle United during the Premier League match at St. James' Park. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Jurgen Klopp insists “everything is fine” regarding Joe Allen’s Liverpool future

With Joe Allen linked with a move to rejoin Swansea City this summer, Jurgen Klopp has reaffirmed his stance on the midfielder’s Liverpool future.

Video: Jurgen Klopp’s post-Swansea City press conference

After watching his side fall to a 3-1 defeat away to Swansea City on Sunday afternoon, Jurgen Klopp addressed reporters at the Liberty Stadium.

SWANSEA, WALES - Sunday, May 1, 2016: Liverpool's Daniel Sturridge looks dejected as Swansea City score the opening goal during the Premier League match at the Liberty Stadium. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

“Contender for the worst performance of the season” – Fans react to Swansea City 3-1 Liverpool

Liverpool slumped to a 3-1 defeat away to Swansea City on Sunday afternoon, providing scant reward for supporters travelling for the lunchtime kickoff.

SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND - Sunday, March 20, 2016: Liverpool's Daniel Sturridge celebrates scoring the second goal against Southampton during the FA Premier League match at St Mary's Stadium. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Confirmed Liverpool lineup vs. Swansea City: Sturridge starts in youthful side

Jurgen Klopp made eight changes to his side for Liverpool’s away clash with Swansea City, with Daniel Sturridge starting in attack.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Wednesday, February 18, 2015: The Liverpool FC badge during a press conference ahead of the UEFA Europa League Round of 32 1st leg match against Besiktas JK at Anfield. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda) (General Pic)

Liverpool FC announce details of 2016/17 home kit reveal on May 9

Liverpool will officially reveal their new home kit for the 2016/17 season in an event on the banks of the Mersey on May 9.

Empoli midfielder Piotr Zielinski, center, runs with the ball between Sampdoria midfielder Alfred Joseph Duncan, left, and defender Angelo Palombo during a Serie A soccer match between Sampdoria and Empoli, in Genoa, Italy, Sunday, Jan. 11, 2015. (AP Photo/Carlo Baroncini)

Liverpool target Piotr Zielinski waiting for “an interesting offer”, explains midfield role

Piotr Zielinski, the Polish midfielder heavily linked with a summer move to Liverpool, has highlighted what he could bring to Jurgen Klopp’s squad.

20.02.2010, Signal Iduna Park, Dortmund, GER, 1.FBL 09 10, Borussia Dortmund vs Hannover 96, im Bild 1:0 Neven Subotic ( Dortmund #04 ) Jubel, EXPA Pictures (C) 2010 for Austria only, Photographer EXPA / NPH / Kokenge

Liverpool renew interest in Neven Subotic ahead of Mamadou Sakho ban – report

Borussia Dortmund defender Neven Subotic could be on the way to Liverpool this summer, as Jurgen Klopp seeks cover for the suspended Mamadou Sakho.

SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND - Sunday, March 20, 2016: Liverpool's new captan Jon Flanagan in action against Southampton during the FA Premier League match at St Mary's Stadium. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Jon Flanagan must “build a base” of fitness before regular football – Klopp

Jurgen Klopp has revealed why Jon Flanagan has featured so sporadically since his return from injury this season, saying he must continue to work on his fitness.

DORTMUND, GERMANY - Thursday, April 7, 2016: Liverpool's manager Jürgen Klopp before the UEFA Europa League Quarter-Final 1st Leg match against Borussia Dortmund at Westfalenstadion. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Rumour Mill: Jurgen Klopp targets French youth trio Lemar, Ikone & Fode

Jurgen Klopp’s youth recruitment drive could extend to Ligue 1 this summer, with a trio of young French prospects on Liverpool’s radar.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Saturday, April 2, 2016: Liverpool's Daniel Sturridge is substituted during the Premier League match against Tottenham Hotspur at Anfield. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Daniel Sturridge: “I would never say I am Liverpool until I die”

Daniel Sturridge had provided a pragmatic assessment of his long-term future, saying that “I would never say I am Liverpool until I die.”

Video: Jurgen Klopp’s pre-Swansea City press conference

Ahead of Liverpool’s Premier League clash away to Swansea City on Sunday afternoon, Jurgen Klopp addressed reporters at the club’s Melwood training facility.

SOUTHPORT, ENGLAND - Wednesday, August 19, 2015: Liverpool's Joao Carlos Teixeira celebrates scoring the third goal against Everton with team-mate during the Under 21 FA Premier League match at Haig Avenue. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Liverpool U21s to tour USA in May, California & Nevada dates confirmed

Michael Beale’s Liverpool U21s side will take to the United States this May, for two friendlies against Sacramento Republic FC.

NORWICH, ENGLAND - Friday, January 22, 2016: Liverpool's Kolo Toure and Mamadou Sakho look dejected as Norwich City score the second goal during the Premiership match at Carrow Road. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Kolo Toure tipping Mamadou Sakho to ‘come back strong’ after drug ban

With Mamadou Sakho facing a lengthy ban for a failed drug test, Kolo Toure is drawing from a similar experience in order to help his team-mate.

VILLRREAL, SPAIN - Thursday, April 28, 2016: Liverpool's Joe Allen looks dejected after the injury-time goal to Villarreal CF during the UEFA Europa League Semi-Final 1st Leg match at Estadio El Madrigal. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Report: Swansea target summer move for Joe Allen, Liverpool want “upwards of £10 million”

Joe Allen could be offered a route out of Liverpool this summer, with Swansea City plotting a move to re-sign the talented Welsh midfielder.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Saturday, August 29, 2015: Liverpool's Danny Ings in action against West Ham United during the Premier League match at Anfield. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Danny Ings returns to full training with Liverpool’s U21s squad

After six months out with an ACL injury, Danny Ings has stepped up his recovery to take full training with the Liverpool U21s squad.

VILLRREAL, SPAIN - Thursday, April 28, 2016: Liverpool's Kolo Toure and Alberto Moreno look dejected after the injury-time goal to Villarreal CF during the UEFA Europa League Semi-Final 1st Leg match at Estadio El Madrigal. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

“Should be a whole different story at Anfield” – Supporters react to Villarreal 1-0 Liverpool

Liverpool fell to a late Villarreal goal to lose 1-0 in Thursday night’s Europa League semi-final first leg, leaving supporters deflated.

VILLRREAL, SPAIN - Thursday, April 28, 2016: Liverpool's Philippe Coutinho Correia in action against Villarreal CF's Jonathan dos Santos during the UEFA Europa League Semi-Final 1st Leg match at Estadio El Madrigal. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Villarreal vs. Liverpool – LIVE – Follow the Reds’ Europa League semi-final here

Liverpool take on Villarreal at Estadio El Madrigal on Thursday night for the first leg of their Europa League semi-final. We’re live to bring you the latest.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Sunday, March 22, 2015: Liverpool's Mamadou Sakho in action against Manchester United during the Premier League match at Anfield. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Mamadou Sakho handed initial 30-day suspension as UEFA open disciplinary procedures

UEFA have imposed an initial 30-day ban on Liverpool centre-back Mamadou Sakho as they begin investigating the Frenchman’s failed drug test.

DORTMUND, GERMANY - Thursday, April 7, 2016: Liverpool's Divock Origi celebrates scoring the first goal against Borussia Dortmund during the UEFA Europa League Quarter-Final 1st Leg match at Westfalenstadion. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Divock Origi does not require surgery, out for “3 to 4 weeks”

Divock Origi’s ankle injury is believed to be less severe than initially feared, with the striker likely to miss up to four weeks of action.

Video: “Those responsible must be held to account” – Andy Burnham MP delivers Hillsborough speech

Andy Burnham, Shadow Home Secretary and Leigh MP, delivered a rousing speech in the House of Commons on Wednesday, in the wake of the Hillsborough inquest.

VILLRREAL, SPAIN - Wednesday, April 27, 2016: Liverpool players during a training session ahead of the UEFA Europa League Semi-Final 1st Leg match against Villarreal CF at Estadio El Madrigal. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Photos: Liverpool train at Estadio El Madrigal ahead of Villarreal clash

Jurgen Klopp led training at Villarreal’s Estadio El Madrigal on Wednesday evening, ahead of Liverpool’s Europa League semi-final first leg.

LONDON, ENGLAND - Wednesday, January 30, 2013: Arsenal's captain Thomas Vermaelen in action against Liverpool during the Premiership match at the Emirates Stadium. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Liverpool make “first formal offer” for Barcelona centre-back Thomas Vermaelen

Jurgen Klopp’s search for cover at centre-back looks to have landed on Barcelona outcast Thomas Vermaelen, who could make a summer move to Liverpool.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Thursday, April 14, 2016: Borussia Dortmund's Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang in action against Liverpool during the UEFA Europa League Quarter-Final 2nd Leg match at Anfield. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang backs Liverpool to win the Europa League

After Liverpool’s dramatic comeback victory over Borussia Dortmund in the Europa League, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has backed the Reds to go all the way.

KIRKBY, ENGLAND - Monday, February 16, 2015: Liverpool's Academy during the Under 21 FA Premier League match at the Kirkby Academy. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Liverpool sign Man City youth right-back Diego Lattie, will join U18s squad

Liverpool have moved to sign Man City’s 16-year-old academy right-back Diego Lattie, beating a host of Premier League clubs to his signature.

“The biggest victory in the history of the club” – How the papers reacted to the Hillsborough inquest verdict

The Hillsborough inquest ruled that the 96 supporters to lose their lives in 1989 were unlawfully killed, bringing justice to Merseyside.

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - Wednesday, September 30, 2015: VfL Wolfsburg's André Schürrle in action against Manchester United during the UEFA Champions League Group B match at Old Trafford. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Report: Liverpool could rival Spurs in bid for Wolfsburg’s Andre Schurrle

VfL Wolfsburg’s former Chelsea forward Andre Schurrle could be set to leave the Bundesliga side, with Liverpool among the clubs interested.

Germany’s Jonas Hector controls the ball during his international friendly soccer match France against Germany at the Stade de France stadium in Saint Denis, outside Paris, Friday Nov. 13, 2015 in Paris, (AP Photo/Michel Euler)

Liverpool targets Jonas Hector and Timo Horn open to moves away from Cologne

Cologne pair Jonas Hector and Timo Horn, on Liverpool’s radar this summer, have both hinted at summer moves away from the Bundesliga side.

Mario Gotze, Bayern Munich - Picture by: John Walton / EMPICS Sport

Borussia Dortmund confirm interest in Mario Gotze, say fan perception not an issue

Liverpool could be set to face competition in their efforts to sign Bayern Munich’s Mario Gotze this summer, with Borussia Dortmund confirming their interest.