Liverpool vs Brentford: Latest team news, predicted lineup and injuries
Arne Slot's first competitive game in charge at Anfield.
Arne Slot takes charge of his first Premier League game at Anfield as Liverpool take on Brentford this weekend.
The Reds secured a 2-0 win over Ipswich Town to get the new era up and running last Saturday with Mohamed Salah scoring and creating the other at Portland Road.
As was the case for that opening game, Slot has a fully fit squad to choose from although there could be a change at the back after Jarell Quansah was hauled off at half-time.
The 21-year-old was named alongside Virgil van Dijk in the starting XI but was hooked at the break with Ibrahima Konate brought onto replace him.
Slot explained post-match it was a tactical decision, feeling his side needed the Frenchman’s physicality having lost too many duels in the first period.
‘Not that Jarell [Quansah] lost every duel – many of us lost too many duels – but I think we needed Konate to win the long balls through the air from their number nine,’ the Liverpool boss explained.
Whether Konate or Quansah start will likely be his biggest decision ahead of the visit of Brentford – who also got off to a winning start thanks to a 2-1 win over Crystal Palace.
Diogo Jota is set to keep his place leading the attack after his goal against Ipswich, having been the manager’s first choice option throughout pre-season with Darwin Nunez likely having to wait for his opportunity.
Joe Gomez meanwhile was left out of the squad that travelled to Ipswich with the England international exploring his options amid transfer interest from Newcastle United, Aston Villa, Fulham and Chelsea.
Gomez could yet remain at Liverpool however with reports this week suggesting he will be in contention to return to the squad this weekend.
Predicted Liverpool XI to face Brentford
Alisson, Alexander-Arnold, Konate, van Dijk, Robertson, Szoboszlai, Gravenberch, Mac Allister, Salah, Jota, Diaz
Where to watch Liverpool vs Brentford? Kick-off time and TV channel
Liverpool vs Brentford kicks off at 4:30pm on Sunday 25 August.
Live coverage is available on Sky Sports Premier League and Main Event.
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