Liverpool returns to Premier League action against Burnley at Anfield tomorrow at 15:00 local time, aiming to strengthen their Champions League qualification hopes. The fixture marks Matchday 22 following the Reds’ FA Cup victory over Barnsley on Monday.<\/p>\n
Manager Arne Slot’s squad saw significant rotation in their previous outing, suggesting several key players are poised to rejoin the starting eleven for the upcoming league encounter. Here is a look at the anticipated lineup:<\/p>\n
Alisson Becker is expected to take his place in goal for the home side, replacing Giorgi Mamardashvili.<\/p>\n
Ibrahima Konate is projected to return to central defence, partnering with Virgil van Dijk. Jeremie Frimpong may retain his position at right-back, with Conor Bradley sidelined for the season due to injury. On the left flank, Andy Robertson could be rested for the Burnley game, potentially making way for Milos Kerkez.<\/p>\n
Ryan Gravenberch, who was rested from the starting eleven on Monday, is anticipated to feature in defensive midfield. Alexis Mac Allister is expected to partner him in a double pivot. Dominik Szoboszlai, currently in strong form, is a likely candidate for the attacking midfield role.<\/p>\n
Florian Wirtz might begin on the right wing, with freedom to roam across the pitch. Cody Gakpo, who led the line in the last match, could shift to the left wing for this fixture.<\/p>\n
Summer signing Hugo Ekitike, acquired for \u00a379 million, is expected to return to lead Liverpool’s attack.<\/p>\n
This is how the Reds’ lineup could appear on paper.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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