Liverpool have confirmed they’ll meet Roma, UEFA and Italian police to ensure the safety of their fans ahead of next week’s Champions League second leg.
Two men appeared in court today and were denied bail, having been charged in relation to the alleged assault of Sean Cox, who remains in critical condition at the Walton Neurological Centre.
Liverpool have confirmed they’ll meet Roma, UEFA and Italian police to ensure the safety of their fans ahead of next week’s Champions League second leg.
Two men appeared in court today and were denied bail, having been charged in relation to the alleged assault of Sean Cox, who remains in critical condition at the Walton Neurological Centre.
It was reported in the Italian media this morning that a security briefing would be held ahead of the second leg, and the English club has today confirmed that.
“Liverpool Football Club is continuing to do everything in its power to provide supporters travelling to Rome next week with the most comprehensive safety and security advice,” a statement on the club’s website reads.
“The club has taken the exceptional measure of requesting an extraordinary meeting in the Italian capital, which will take place on Friday April 27.
“Present at the meeting will be all the major stakeholders who share responsibility for the wellbeing of Liverpool supporters making the journey to watch the Champions League tie.
“At the behest of Liverpool, club officials will join AS Roma, UEFA and the relevant Italian police and security services to discuss specific ongoing concerns.
“Liverpool have sought clarity on a number of issues surrounding the matchday operation since the draw was made and is hoping this extraordinary meeting will provide the necessary reassurances and essential information.
“This, if provided, will allow the club to fully inform supporters of the measures that will be in place.
“The club thanks its fans for their ongoing engagement on this issue and would hope to provide a detailed update following the meeting.”
According to the Liverpool Echo, the Reds want a safe and secure shuttle service for supporters to and from the ground, which the club will pay for.
They also want detailed information on which turnstiles will be open, what time fans should arrive, which areas of Rome should be avoided and which routes their fans should take to get to the Stadio Olimpico.