After another setback in the Premier League, Liverpool look to regroup on Sunday afternoon when they travel to Sheffield United. Liverpool have been in terrible form since the start of 2021, managing just seven points out of a possible 27.
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Goalkeeper
Alisson’s availability for the match is unknown after the tragic death of his father this week. Alisson is still in Liverpool, but it is unclear if he wants to play or take some time with family. Caoimhin Kelleher has missed the past few matches with a knock, so if Alisson isn’t ready to play, Adrian may get the start in goal.
Defense
Liverpool lost yet another center back in Saturday’s loss to Everton. Jordan Henderson looks to be out for the year, and would be the fourth player Liverpool have used in the back to see his season cut short with injury.
Nat Phillips came on for Henderson last weekend, and could be paired with Ozan Kabak. Ben Davies is another option, but he has yet to feature for the Reds. Andy Robertson and Trent Alexander-Arnold will get the starts on the outside.
Midfield
Liverpool should have the services of both Naby Keita and James Milner available if they need them. Thiago and Gini Wijnaldum are likely to start, with Curtis Jones filling in the other spot.
Liverpool plan on being cautious with Keita because of his injury history, but he could be a valuable piece for the Reds in the final months of the year.
Attack
Liverpool got good news this week with Diogo Jota returning to training. Jota is unlikely to start this weekend, but having him back is a massive boost.
Liverpool have been shut out six times since Jota’s injury, compared to only once with him in the line-up. His return gives Liverpool a chance to rotate Sadio Mane, Roberto Firmino and Mo Salah.
Predicted Liverpool Line-up vs Sheffield: Alisson, Andy Robertson, Nat Phillips, Ozan Kabak, Trent Alexander-Arnold, Curtis Jones, Thiago, Gini Wijnaldum, Sadio Mane, Roberto Firmino, Mo Salah.