Mario Balotelli's last Premier League appearance for Liverpool came in April 2015

Balotelli returned for the start of training last weekend having spent last season on loan at AC Milan.

But despite being professional around Melwood, manager Jurgen Klopp has omitted him from his squad for the short trip to Prenton Park.

New signings Loris Karius, Joel Matip and Sadio Mane are poised to feature.