Liverpool boss Rafael Benitez has joined chief executive Rick Parry in hitting out at the timing of UEFA's decision to hand next week's Champions League opponents Atletico Madrid a stadium ban.
Atletico Madrid president Enrique Cerezo remains confident that his club will be able to play their Champions League game against Liverpool at their Vicente Caldron home.
Liverpool have written to UEFA to express their 'extreme concern' at the stadium ban which will result in their Champions League trip to face Atletico Madrid taking place at a neutral venue.
Liverpool's Champions League clash with Atletico Madrid on October 22 will be held at a neutral venue following crowd trouble at the Spanish club's ground.
Steven Gerrard has vowed to rediscover his club form when playing for England after admitting he hasn't always performed to his best at international level.