Liverpool could make a couple of key changes to their starting XI when they take on Wolves in their latest Premier League clash.
The Reds are flying high at the top of the table after a thumping 3-1 win over Manchester United last time out and are looking to extend their lead over defending champions Manchester City.
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Jurgen Klopp’s side remain unbeaten in the league but have been forced to fully utilise their squad as injuries mount up during the hectic festive schedule.
Trent Alexander-Arnold is currently struggling for fitness while Joe Gomez and Joel Matip are both set for extended spells on the sidelines, leaving Liverpool short in defence.
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Klopp has offered a positive update on Alexander-Arnold, although the England international is not expected to feature on Friday night.
Speaking about the 20-year-old’s progress, Klopp said: “It looks surprisingly good. I think Wolves will be a bit too early but after that we can think about him.
“He needs to train, so far he doesn’t train. Pain goes down second by second which is good.
“The moment he can deal with it, he is on the pitch, and the moment he is on the pitch, we can make the decision. Now it looks good for Trent.”
Nathaniel Clyne deputised at right-back last weekend and performed admirably on his first Premier League start since May.
However, a lack of match action could see the former Southampton ace rested with James Milner available once more – having missed the win over United as a precaution.
Dejan Lovren should continue in central defence alongside Virgil van Dijk while Georginio Wijnaldum could be handed a long-overdue evening off with Klopp spoilt for choice in midfield.
Fabinho is almost certain to start after a stunning performance last time out at Anfield while Jordan Henderson should be full of running after coming off the subs bench against the Red Devils.
Naby Keita has shown a promising connection with Fabinho during the early stages of their Liverpool careers, but the midfield dynamo could miss out in favour of Xherdan Shaqiri.
The Swiss international was the match-winner against United with two goals from the bench and should be rewarded with a start against Wolves.
Shaqiri’s versatility means Klopp could field the 27-year-old in the midfield three of a 4-3-3 or further forward in a more attacking 4-2-3-1.
Either way, the Reds’ attacking unit of Mohamed Salah, Sadio Mane and Roberto Firmino should stay in-tact.
Liverpool predicted line-up vs Wolverhampton Wanderers – Premier League
(4-3-3): Alisson; Milner, Lovren, Van Dijk, Robertson; Fabinho, Shaqiri, Henderson; Salah, Mane, Firmino