Liverpool

Liverpool boss Iraola, on what he expects of the atmosphere: "I think always when you play and lead these kind of games the atmosphere is going to be big, especially at Anfield. I think we want to give our supporters reasons to be [excited] - they will be with us - but when they see the team they want to see on the pitch, we can create a bigger atmosphere and we will work for this."

On whether the meeting is a 'must not lose': "No, I think nowadays in the Premier League, it doesn't matter the opposition, it's going to be a tough game. The level has gone so high that everyone can lose games. Every time you face a team that is around you [in the table] you always want to win but in the end it's still very early in the season."

Manchester United

Manchester United manager Michael Carrick on the Manchester City charges: "Very difficult to say in many ways. It's thrown up a lot of questions, some have had answers, some haven't. As it's still ongoing, and we don't how long it's going to go, there's only so much I can say.

"Certainly I've got my own questions about it, it's affected me personally in different ways over a period of time. But as the case is going now I don't know where that stands and how it's going to end up, so we'll just have to wait and see.

"What I will say, the sooner it gets sorted I think for everyone's benefit is essential."

Manchester United

Manchester United manager Michael Carrick: "It's a bit mixed really through the internationals. Patrick [Dorgu] came off and it looks like he'll be out probably for a number of weeks.

"Noussair Mazraoui came off and took a knock. He's not quite right yet, we'll have to see how he is.

"Carlos Beleba is improving. He's trained a lot.

"Amad Diallo has done a little bit of training. Marcus [Rashford] has done a little bit of training. Kobbie [Mainoo] has done a little bit of training.

"Benjamin [Sesko] is a little further a way with the issue he's got. He'll be a little bit further away."

Liverpool

Jeremy Jacquet is available for Sunday after missing a game for France for "protection".

On his start to the season, Iraola added: "He's done really well. Firstly because he is a very good player, obviously you know Jacquet and you see clips of him but until you have him in everyday training you can' really appreciate what he has.

"I am very happy for him personally because to make a debut in the national team, in a team like France who is difficult to have a chance [in], and I think he played really well and he should be happy. But still he has a long way to go."

Hull City

Hull City boss Sergej Jakirovic confirmed Matt Targett will not be available for the Tigers' tie against Everton after the 31-year-old twisted his ankle in training.

However, Hidemasa Morita and Brooke Norton-Cuffy have both returned to training.

Jakirovic has "a few doubts" about the Tigers as some players "lack energy" after returning from the international break.

"It is normal and it is mental. Sometimes it is normal fatigue. It is my responsibility that I have to try to choose the right one [player]," said Jakirovic.

"Of course, we have a lot of space for improvement. We are doing this every day, so we are trying. Sometimes a small mistake at this level is a goal," added Jakirovic.

Liverpool

Andoni Iraola on facing City: "Every game is an exciting game. We are playing at home at Anfield against City who is top of the league right now. They have won all of their games and I think we will go for the game. I think it will be quite an open game and we have to be ready and also use the help from our supporters and I hope we are at the level of the game that's going to be high."

On whether a win would put down a marker to the rest of the Premier League: "I think it's still very early. Whatever happens, we've just played five games but it's true that we would like to face a team like City and show our level and get the win and have a good day. It's massive for everyone involved in these type of games. It's an exciting moment."

Manchester United

Asked about the charges surrounding Manchester City, Manchester United manager Michael Carrick says no matter what happens, it cannot change the feelings at the time.

Carrick adds he wants an outcome soon.

Liverpool

Andoni Iraola has confirmed that neither Alexander Isak nor Cody Gakpo will feature against Manchester City.

Gakpo has an ankle injury and Iraola said it's a "matter of him dealing with the pain", while Isak has a "small" thigh injury. He also added they are not "long-term" and the club will be monitoring them day-to-day.

On calling on Lewis Koumas to lead the line in their absences, he said: "Koumas has our trust. I don't think it's a big surprise, I always liked the player and he has already shown in important minutes that he has ready to go and we have also other players who can go in those positions."

Liverpool

Liverpool boss Andoni Iraola, on the Reds' start to the season so far: "It looks very good after you see we had those two draws at the beginning not so good, but I think this run of games we have now between the international breaks, the demand of those games is really high.

"I think we play against the top four in the league, Champions League games, the Carabao Cup game against Chelsea and also very condensed. I think now it's four games in 10 days.

"I think we will see a lot about us after this run of games. We will know better where we really are."

Manchester United

Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has said Carlos Baleba is training with the first team and is improving.

Amad Diallo has also been training a little bit.

Meanwhile Patrick Dorgu will be out for a number of weeks and Noussair Mazraoui isn't quite right aftyer picking up a knock.

Benjamin Sesko is further away according to Carrick.

Liverpool

Liverpool boss Andoni Iraola, on waiting for Manchester City's appeal: "I think uncertainty is not good for anyone and anyone involved, but the process is ongoing and we have to patient like everyone else and see what happens at the end."

Aadam Patel
Football Reporter

Andoni Iraola's Liverpool side are yet to lose in the Premier League this season and the game on Sunday at what promises to be a ferocious Anfield could be a real chance to kickstart their campaign.

Given the news about Man City, the focus will undoubtedly be on how Anfield will respond when the Enzo Maresca's side take to the pitch for the first time since their guilty verdict, which has now been appealed.

The expectation is that Iraola won't say much about City when he speaks but this could perhaps be a real opportunity for the Liverpool boss to send a message to the fans ahead of Sunday's clash.

City have crumbled before at Anfield and Iraola will be hoping for more of the same when the Manchester side make the trip across the M62 this weekend.

Giulia Bould
Reporter speaking on BBC Radio 5Live

I think they're shocked at the timing of the statement. The owners don't really speak to anyone, they don't go to games. The head of the group also owns Roma, he's been frequently seen there, celebrating with players.

The timing is interesting because Roma have just announced as well a major transformation of their stadium which is going to cost over £100million.

It was almost worried then around the club that would Everton be used to fund a major transformation at Roma, it does seem now that must be the case, as if there's a favourite child.

Everton didn't even know this statement was doing the rounds so that's how much in the dark they were.

Everton

Some news from Everton, where owners The Friedkin Group (TFG) are exploring the sale of the club less than two years after taking control.

The American group completed a takeover of the club in 2024 in a deal believed to be worth in excess of £400m.

In a statement, TFG said after prioritising stability, investment and the opening of Everton's new stadium last year, the time is right "to consider the next chapter".

"The Friedkin Group is exploring new investment options for Everton Football Club, including the potential sale of a controlling interest," TFG said.

"When TFG became custodians of Everton, the club faced significant financial uncertainty and challenges both on and off the pitch. The immediate priority was to provide the stability, investment and support needed to secure the club's future, including helping to bring the long-promised stadium to completion for its deserving supporters.

"With that foundation now safely in place, the time is right to consider the next chapter for Everton."

You can read the full story here.

Simon Stone
BBC Sport Manchester United reporter

Manchester United's famous ticker banner will return to the Stretford End at Old Trafford on Saturday - displaying 50 as the years since Manchester City last won a trophy.

The ticker was initially displayed in 2000, at which point it was 24 years since City's last silverware - the 1976 League Cup.

It was increased by one each year until 2011 when City finally ended their trophy drought by beating Stoke City in the FA Cup final.

Stretford End Flags sold the original banner, which contains an odometer, to a collector in Kuwait for £7,000 in 2013 and is trying to get it back.

However, in the meantime, The Red Army fans' group has made its own in response to City being found guilty of multiple Premier League financial rule breaches.

Although City are appealing against the decision, TRA feels their neighbours' success under the ownership of Sheikh Mansour should be scrubbed from the record books.

Saturday's banner will show the number 50 ticking over to 51 given the 2026-27 campaign has already started.

Image source, Getty Images

Fulham

Fulham boss Alvaro Arbeloa gave 'no comment' when asked about the Manchester City charges, but also to his own charge that was handed to him by the FA during the international break.

The Spaniard was charged with misconduct over post-match comments he made following his side's 1-1 draw with Manchester United.

On the latter he said: "I don't want to make any comment about that. I just want to talk about my team and my players."

Fulham

Fulham boss Alvaro Arbeloa has confirmed that all players who were away on international duty have returned fit and available for the trip to Ipswich.

Kenny Tete is also back in contention after missing the meeting against Manchester United, but tomorrow's match comes too soon for Tom Cairney, who has recently returned to team training following rehabilitation for a knee injury.