Liverpool legend John Barnes will celebrate his new job as Tranmere Rovers manager with a preseason friendly against the Reds.

Kop hero Barnes said: "This will be a great chance for my squad to show what they can do and hopefully both sets of fans will enjoy the game.

"I look forward to welcoming my old club to Prenton Park ahead of the new season."

The match at Prenton Park will take place on Friday, July 24, at 7.45pm BST.