11 Players Could Miss Fulham vs Liverpool as Arne Slot Confirms New Injury Blow

Liverpool face a mounting injury crisis ahead of their Premier League clash with Fulham, with manager Arne Slot confirming a fresh blow that could sideline up to 11 players. The match, set for Sunday, pits a resilient Fulham side against a Reds team desperate to rebound from a frustrating goalless draw against promoted Leeds United on New Year's Day.

Liverpool's Injury Woes

Slot provided a triple injury update, highlighting both concerns and minor boosts. Virgil van Dijk is back available after illness, a welcome return for the defensive rock. However, Dominik Szoboszlai remains out with a hamstring issue, Trent Alexander-Arnold sidelined by a knee problem, and Mohamed Salah absent on international duty. New concerns include Joe Gomez (questionable, injured), alongside confirmed absentees: Leoni, Endo, Bajcetic, Danns, and Isak. This leaves Liverpool's predicted XI leaning on Alisson in goal; Bradley, Konate, Van Dijk, Robertson; Mac Allister, Gravenberch; Frimpong, Szoboszlai (if fit), Gakpo; and Ekitike up top.

Fulham's Absences

Fulham, unbeaten in recent form after captain Tom Cairney's late equalizer against Crystal Palace, also battle injuries. Unavailable: Sessegnon, Bassey (international), Iwobi (international), Chukwueze, Muniz. Questionable: Tete and King. Their predicted lineup features Leno; Castagne, Andersen, Cuenca, Robinson; Lukic, Berge; Wilson, Smith Rowe, Kevin; Jimenez.^[1]

The injury toll could force tactical tweaks, with Liverpool aiming to extend their title push despite the setbacks. Fulham's home resilience adds intrigue to this London showdown.^[2][3]

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