Alexander-Arnold and Szoboszlai return as Slot makes 3 changes
Liverpool assume city of manchester in the decisive clash of matchday 13 in the first division on Sunday, December 1. The Citizens have gone six consecutive games without a win and, considering their record at Anfield, the Reds will be the favorites to get the three points in their match this weekend.
A successful result could also allow Liverpool to open an 11-point gap over the defending champions at the top of the Premier League table and take firm control of the title race. Here's a look at the players Arne Slot is likely to trust to get the job done.
goalkeeper – Alisson Becker is in the final stages of his recovery, so the game against Manchester City could come too soon for him. The Brazilian is unlikely to feature as a result, meaning Caoimhin Kelleher could retain his place in goal.
Defenders – Liverpool can be reinforced by Trent Alexander-ArnoldHe returns as a right back after training with the team over the last few days. The Englishman is likely to start with Conor Bradley suffering a knock, while Andy Robertson could keep his place on the left given Kostas Tsimikas' injury.
Ibrahima Konate is injured, so he could be replaced by Joe Gómez in the heart of the defense. Virgil van Dijk's ownership seems obvious and the Dutchman will once again be Liverpool's captain.
Szoboszlai could replace Jones
Midfielders – Alexis Mac Allister and Ryan Gravenberch were very good against real Madrid Midweek and Arne Slot could entrust the duo to do the job against Manchester City in a double pivot.
At number 10, Dominik Szoboszlai could return at the expense of Curtis Jones after being benched in midweek. champions league fixed items.
Mohamed Salah He has a good record against Manchester City which he will look to extend on Sunday. The Egyptian will likely start at right winger, while a role on the left could belong to another in-form man, Luis Diaz.
Forward – Darwin Núñez could keep his place as Liverpool striker with Diogo Jota still injured.
Here's how Liverpool could set up on paper:
