As Liverpool gears up to face Manchester City, Jurgen Klopp’s squad shows resilience despite concerns about their fitness post-international travels.
In a fortunate turn, Klopp’s players have returned from international duty without significant injuries, providing relief. The break also offered crucial recovery time for certain players, including Curtis Jones, who has recuperated from short-term issues.
However, the primary concern revolves around Liverpool‘s South American contingent and their match readiness against Pep Guardiola’s formidable team.
Here’s a comprehensive update on Liverpool’s squad status for the clash against Man City:
Players Available:
- Ryan Gravenberch (knee) – available
- Curtis Jones (hamstring) – available
- Ibrahima Konate (hamstring) – available
- Joe Gomez (muscle) – available
Players Unavailable:
- Conor Bradley (back) – Klopp stresses the need for game time, starting with the U21s
- Thiago (hip) – unavailable
- Stefan Bajcetic (calf) – unavailable
- Andy Robertson (shoulder) – unavailable
Klopp conveyed optimism during the pre-Man City press conference, stating, “Only the long-term absentees remain sidelined. No new concerns have emerged.”
This indicates that despite minor issues before the international break, Jones, Gravenberch, Gomez, and Konate are expected to be a match-fit.
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Additionally, positive news emerged regarding Conor Bradley, who Klopp mentioned has been training normally but requires game time, starting from the U21s.
Kaide Gordon also received praise from Klopp, emphasizing, “[He] participated in our entire week of training, displaying exciting potential. He’s now ready to gain some playing minutes.”
Unfortunately, Andy Robertson remains out following shoulder surgery, while Stefan Bajcetic and Thiago continue to be sidelined.
Liverpool’s Available Squad vs. Man City:
Goalkeepers: Alisson, Kelleher, Adrian
Defenders: Van Dijk, Konate, Matip, Gomez, Quansah, Alexander-Arnold, Tsimikas, Bradley, Chambers, Scanlon
Midfielders: Szoboszlai, Mac Allister, Jones, Gravenberch, Elliott, Endo
Forwards: Salah, Nunez, Diaz, Jota, Gakpo, Doak
This updated squad reflects Liverpool’s preparedness to face Man City, blending experienced players with emerging talents in a bid to secure a favorable result.
