Sky Sports reported that Bournemouth had full wounded soldiers and faced challenges in facing Liverpool. Bournemouth will be missing Justin Cruivet, Ryan Christie and Lewis Cook in its Premier League opener against Liverpool on Friday.

Dutch forward Cruivet was unable to participate in training due to his injury recovery time exceeding expectations. Scottish midfielder Christie has just resumed full training, and Cook, who was suspended, is also recovering from injury. Winter Louis Sistra is also close to full recovery due to long-term injuries and is not expected to go to Anfield with the team.

Bournemouth coach Ilaura said at a press conference: "Cruivet did not train with us, so he will not play. Christie has started training with us this week, which is a positive signal. However, he has not had any preseason and has not had a lot of training in a long time, so it is too early to get him on the court, but it is nice to see him back."

In addition, Brentford has reportedly reached a deal worth up to £42.5 million with Bournemouth for striker Dango Ouatara, who will undergo a medical examination, so Ilaura is expected to lose the player as well.