Liverpool’s Predicted XI Vs Bournemouth: Slot Restores 'Fantastic' Player, Makes 3 More Changes.
The Reds must avoid complacency. A failure to beat Bournemouth on Saturday at Anfield would lead to a slightly concerning start in the Premier League for Arne Slot. With plenty at stake.
Defence
The major blow for Liverpool came on Friday, with news of a fresh injury for Alisson Becker, ruling him out of Saturday’s match. It’s unclear why Alisson has become more injury-prone, but this provides an opportunity for Caoimhin Kelleher to make his first appearance of the season.
Slot faces a decision in front of Kelleher. Should he stick to his current backline or make adjustments? Although there are many upcoming games, we expect Slot to make just one defensive change: Andy Robertson coming in for Kostas Tsimikas. This means Trent Alexander-Arnold, Ibrahima Konate, and Virgil van Dijk will continue.
Midfield
Liverpool’s midfield was praised during their victory over AC Milan on Tuesday, particularly by Alan Shearer. Alexis Mac Allister and Ryan Gravenberch are developing a strong partnership, with Stephen Warnock noting how well they’ve worked together.
Attack
On Tuesday, Slot made a change to Liverpool’s attack, introducing Cody Gakpo, who impressed at San Siro, assisting Szoboszlai’s goal and remaining a constant threat throughout the match.
Pundit Paul Merson believes Gakpo should start against Bournemouth, but we predict Slot will opt for Luis Diaz to return to the lineup. Instead, Darwin Nunez, described as 'fantastic,' will rotate in.
As usual, Mohamed Salah will complete the attack on the right.
Liverpool’s predicted XI vs Bournemouth: Kelleher; Alexander-Arnold, Konate, Van Dijk, Robertson; Mac Allister, Gravenberch, Szoboszlai; Salah, Nunez, Diaz.
