Two players set to miss Leicester City match as Luis Diaz's dad explains Liverpool transfer choice

Your Liverpool morning digest for Thursday, February 9.

Sadio Mane will not feature for Liverpool against Leicester City tonight following Senegal's Africa Cup of Nations win, Jurgen Klopp has confirmed.

The forward scored the winner in the penalty shoot out against Egypt and has been in his homeland for to celebrate the win with the Reds' blessing.

Yet to return to England as a result, Klopp confirmed he is expecting the 29-year-old to fly back on Wednesday night but Thursday's game will come too soon for him as a result.

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While Mane isn't available for selection against Leicester, Klopp confirmed captain Jordan Henderson is also doubtful because of a back injury.

Luis Diaz's first impressions of Liverpool have been revealed following his January move to the club.

The 25-year-old made his debut for the Reds as a second half substitute against Cardiff City on Sunday, providing an assist during his cameo appearance in a 3-1 FA Cup victory.

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