Irish-based Liverpudlians will get the chance to see future Red Mark Gonzalez in action this week after he was named in the Chile squad for Wednesday's friendly international at Lansdowne Road.   Barring any further problems regarding his work permit, Gonzalez will join Liverpool for the start of pre-season training in July.

He spent the latter part of last season on loan at Real Sociedad, where his fine form helped steer the Basque club clear of relegation from La Liga.

A winger with electric pace, his Anfield arrival is eagerly anticipated and there's bound to be a lot of interest surrounding his appearance against the Republic of Ireland.

Kick-off in Dublin on Wednesday is 7.45pm and the game is being televised live on Sky Sports.