The team has lost several defenders, including goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga, Dean Huijsen, Illia Zabarnyi, and Miloš Kerkez. Kerkez is actually a former player of Liverpool and might be facing his old team in the match.

Bournemouth's manager, Andoni Iraola, has brought in a new defender, Bafode Diakite, who has trained with the team for two days and is physically ready to play. However, it's still unclear whether he will start in the match.

Iraola is also concerned about the team's attacking options, as key players Justin Kluivert and Luis Sinisterra are both dealing with injuries and Sinisterra is also looking to leave the team. Another attacker, Dango Ouattara, is training with the team but it's uncertain if he will be included in the team for the match.

Iraola believes that the team has had a good pre-season, playing three challenging matches in the United States, and is now ready for the new season. However, he admits that the team still needs to make some important transfers to strengthen the squad before the start of the season.

Iraola is hoping that the team can make the necessary adjustments quickly so that they can focus on the upcoming season. He believes that the match against Liverpool will be a good test for the team and will give them an idea of where they stand at the beginning of the season.