Liverpool head to Arsenal for a crucial clash, aware they will be without at least five first-team players.
Nevertheless, a strong squad has made the trip to the Emirates Stadium.
The Reds have the opportunity to deliver a significant blow to one of their title rivals.
After suffering a 2-0 defeat to Bournemouth, Arsenal find themselves four points behind Liverpool at the top of the table.
Meanwhile, Manchester City extended their lead with a 1-0 victory over Southampton on Saturday, pushing six points ahead of the Gunners.
A win for Liverpool would not only see them reclaim the top spot but also push Arsenal further from contention for the title this season.
Head coach Arne Slot is navigating a delicate balancing act with several players, including Trent Alexander-Arnold, who is managing a minor muscle injury.
The team will also miss first-choice goalkeeper Alisson, while Diogo Jota remains sidelined due to bruised ribs sustained in the match against Chelsea a week ago.
An official update on Harvey Elliott’s return has yet to be provided, but he is not expected to feature at this stage.
Conor Bradley is also out with a rib injury but is nearing a return, while Federico Chiesa will have his comeback delayed as he continues to build up his fitness.
It’s worth noting that Trey Nyoni, who played a full 90 minutes for the U21s on Saturday, will not travel with the squad.
Slot may consider making changes to the lineup that defeated Leipzig midweek, with Curtis Jones and Luis Diaz the most likely candidates to step in.
Jones could replace either Dominik Szoboszlai or Alexis Mac Allister in midfield, while Diaz is almost certain to take over from Cody Gakpo on the left flank.
Below is the full Liverpool squad to face Arsenal, according to This is Anfield:
Goalkeepers: Kelleher, Jaros, Davies
Defenders: Van Dijk, Konate, Quansah, Gomez, Alexander-Arnold, Robertson, Tsimikas
Midfielders: Mac Allister, Gravenberch, Szoboszlai, Jones, Endo, Morton
Forwards: Salah, Diaz, Nunez, Gakpo
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