Darwin Nunez will replace Curtis Jones in the Liverpool starting lineup, while Cody Gakpo will be on the bench against Newcastle United at Anfield on Wednesday.
Liverpool will look to extend their lead at the top of the Premier League table and boost their chances of winning the title this season when they welcome Newcastle United to Anfield on Wednesday night.
The Reds were held to a draw against Newcastle last time out, and they will look to make amends here. While Arsenal slipped up this past weekend, Liverpool still cannot afford to drop points here.
Joe Gomez (hamstring) and Tyler Morton (shoulder) are the only injury worries for Liverpool heading into this game. Cody Gakpo returned to action against Manchester City, and he will be available for this game. Despite picking up a knock against Manchester City, Alexis Mac Allister has been declared fit for this contest.
Speaking about Mac Allister’s possible availability during his pre-match press conference, Arne Slot said, “Yes, I think he will [be available]. He will train with us today.”
Liverpool are set to shape up in their usual 4-2-3-1 formation against Newcastle United, with Alisson Becker in goal. Trent Alexander-Arnold and Andrew Robertson will start in the full-back areas, and they will look to contribute at both ends of the pitch. Ibrahima Konate will start alongside club captain Virgil van Dijk at the heart of the defence.
As for the midfield unit, Alexis Mac Allister will add creativity and control to the side alongside Ryan Gravenberch. The Dutch International will add technical ability and defensive cover to the side. Dominik Szoboszlai will continue in his attacking midfield role, and he will look to create opportunities for his teammates and find the back of the net.
Mohamed Salah and Luis Diaz will start on the flanks, and they will look to create goalscoring opportunities for their teammates and add to their goal-scoring tally for the season. Finally, Darwin Nunez is likely to be handed a start as the central striker, with Diogo Jota and Cody Gakpo being backup options on the bench.
Predicted Liverpool XI: Alisson; Alexander-Arnold, Konate, van Dijk, Robertson; Gravenberch, Mac Allister; Salah, Szoboszlai, Diaz; Nunez
