Teenager arrested after pitch invader collides with celebrating Liverpool players during 7-0 win over Manchester United

A teenage boy was arrested after a pitch invader collided with several players during Liverpool's drubbing of Manchester United.

A number of Liverpool players were celebrating one of their goals during the thumping 7-0 win over the Reds when a fan ran past security, slipped and collided with Andy Robertson and Curtis Jones.

Robertson went down holding his ankle as stewards dragged the invader off the pitch. Footage aired on Sky Sports coverage of the match then showed Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp berating the boy as he was led away towards police officers.

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Merseyside Police confirmed a 16-year-old boy was arrested following the incident. Officers stationed at Anfield arrested the teenager on suspicion of encroaching onto a football pitch, they said.

He is scheduled to voluntarily attend a police station regarding the incident. A Merseyside Police spokesperson confirmed officers were working with Liverpool FC in relation to the matter, reports the Liverpool Echo.

Police said a 16 year-old boy was arrested (Manchester United via Getty Images)

Liverpool FC said an investigation was underway and that they they have suspended the individual's account. The club described pitch invasions as 'dangerous and illegal' and say if he is found guilty he could face a lifetime ban from the ground.

A spokesperson for the club said: "There is no excuse for this unacceptable and dangerous behaviour. The safety and security of players, colleagues and supporters is paramount.

Liverpool FC have begun an investigation (Getty Images)

"The club will now follow its formal sanctions process and has suspended the alleged offender’s account until the process is complete.

"If found guilty of the offence of entering the pitch without permission, the offender could face a criminal record and a lifetime ban from Anfield and all Premier League stadiums. These acts are dangerous, illegal and have severe consequences."

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