Liverpool will seek to add three more points on the scoreboard in the first division when they face Chelsea at Anfield on matchday eight on Sunday, October 20. The Reds have an excellent defensive record but will perhaps face their biggest test of the campaign after the end of the international break.
Arne Slot's men top the English top-flight standings, but can't afford any mistakes Arsenal and city of manchester very close, just a point. Here's a look at how Liverpool could line up against Chelsea:
goalkeeper – Alisson Becker is injured and will miss next month. The Brazilian will be replaced by Caoimhin Kelleher in goal, who will look to replicate his form from last season when he played regular minutes in the main goalkeeper's absence.
Defenders – Andy Robertson didn't start against Crystal Palace a couple of weeks ago as Konstantinos Tsimikas earned a rare place in the team. The Scottish international will once again be the protagonist against Chelsea to play as a left-back, while minutes also await him from the start Trent Alexander-Arnoldwho will play on the right side of Liverpool's defense.
Ibrahima Konate and Virgil van Dijk will play at the heart of the defense as the Reds look to maintain their good position in defense against a formidable attacking team.
Díaz and Szoboszlai will appear
Midfielders – Alexis Mac Allister and Ryan Gravenberch will retain their places in Liverpool's double pivot. The duo have been in great form over recent weeks and both players have been key to Liverpool's defensive solidity.
Mohamed Salah He will play on the right wing and will play a crucial role in the Reds' offensive game. The Egyptian international has a brilliant record against the best teams in the Premier League, which he will try to take advantage of against Chelsea.
Luis Díaz will play on the left wing and Cody Gakpo will make way for the £49 million man. Dominic Szoboszlai will play as an attacking midfielder, replacing Curtis Jones from last time out.
Forward – Darwin Núñez performed well for Uruguay on international duty, but Diogo Jota is expected to retain his place as the team's only forward after winning the match against Crystal Palace in the previous match.
This is how Liverpool could look on paper:
