Liverpool’s 2025 Pre-Season at a Glance
Quick answer: Liverpool will defend their Premier League crown after breaking their transfer record to sign Florian Wirtz and lining up four friendlies in England and Asia before the 10 August Community Shield.
Key transfers (summer 2025)
In
- Florian Wirtz — Attacking midfielder, Bayer Leverkusen — €125 m
- Jeremie Frimpong — Right-back, Bayer Leverkusen — €40 m
Out
- Caoimhín Kelleher → Brentford — €14.8 m
- Trent Alexander-Arnold → Real Madrid — €10 m (Club World Cup registration fee)
- Darwin Núñez — expected departure pending
Pre-season friendlies 2025
| Date | Opponent | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 13 Jul | Preston North End | Deepdale (Away) |
| 26 Jul | AC Milan | Hong Kong Stadium |
| 30 Jul | Yokohama F. Marinos | Nissan Stadium, Yokohama |
| 4 Aug | Athletic Club | Anfield |
Competitive openers
- 10 Aug 2025 — FA Community Shield vs Crystal Palace (Wembley)
- 15 Aug 2025 — Premier League opener vs Bournemouth (Anfield)
FAQ
Who is Liverpool’s record signing in 2025?
Florian Wirtz arrived from Bayer Leverkusen for a club-record €125 million.
When does Liverpool play its first Premier League match of 2025-26?
The Reds host Bournemouth at Anfield on 15 August 2025.
