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Liverpool’s preseason is well underway, and the Reds played their second game of the summer in a behind-closed-doors friendly against Stoke City.

Darwin Nunez started strong, scoring a poacher’s hat-trick within the first 20 minutes of the game.

The Reds are now preparing to head on its preseason tour where Arne Slot's side will travel to Hong Kong to face AC Milan before the club pays its first visit to Japan to take on Yokohama FM before returning to Merseyside to face Athletic Club in two friendlies at Anfield.

Darwin Nunez future

The Uruguayan striker, whose future at Anfield remains uncertain amid interest from clubs across Europe and Saudi Arabia, continued his strong preseason form adding to his preseason goal tally after also finding the net in last weekend’s 3-1 win over Preston North End.

Chiesa staking his claim to stay at Liverpool

Federico Chiesa made a significant impact after coming on in the second half, adding the final goal and demonstrating the skill fans know that he possesses.

Chiesa joined Liverpool from Juventus last summer but saw limited action last season

Lucas Stephenson, who had an impressive loan spell at Dundee last season, also saw some vital minutes.

As preseason progresses and the new Premier League season approaches, Slot has plenty to consider ahead of the Reds beginning its title defense