Liverpool is on a pre-season tour in the U.S. with a 28-man squad, but notable absentees include 11 senior players due to international commitments, leaving a youth-heavy team for new manager Arne Slot. Among the traveling party, Nat Phillips' inclusion raises questions about his future as Liverpool reportedly seeks offers for him, while Sepp van den Berg aims to impress despite expressing a desire to leave. Chelsea has also announced its 28-man U.S. squad for their pre-season tour, omitting six players, including Romelu Lukaku and Kepa Arrizabalaga, which has sparked speculation about potential transfers after a combined investment of £190 million. Chelsea could face a significant loss on these players, with Lukaku expected to return to Serie A amid ongoing interest from Napoli. Meanwhile, Burnley is looking to reduce its bloated squad of 39 players, particularly in the goalkeeping and center-back positions, before the transfer deadline on August 30. Blackpool is also anticipating departures, with several players potentially moving on either permanently or on loan as interest from other clubs emerges.