Bournemouth Could Have 8 Players Missing vs Liverpool as Injuries Mount for Andoni Iraola

Bournemouth face a mounting injury crisis ahead of their Premier League clash with Liverpool at the Vitality Stadium on Saturday, January 24, 2026. Head coach Andoni Iraola has confirmed that up to eight players could miss out, severely testing the Cherries' squad depth as both teams seek to end recent poor form.[1][2][4]

Bournemouth's Injury Woes

The Cherries are hit hard in midfield and attack. Confirmed absentees include Marcus Tavernier (hamstring), Will Dennis (ankle), David Brooks (ankle), Tyler Adams (knee), Ben Gannon-Doak (thigh), Justin Kluivert (knee), and Julio Soler (unspecified). Enes Unal is doubtful with a groin issue.[1][2][4] Additional reports mention Matai Akimboni and Ben Doak among the sidelined.[2] Iraola will rely on key survivors like striker Evanilson, who has netted twice in his last three league games and must be clinical against Liverpool's defense.[2]

Predicted Bournemouth XI: Petrovic; Smith, Hill, Senesi, Truffert; Scott, Cook; Jimenez, Kroupi, Adli; Evanilson.[1][2]

Liverpool's Challenges

Liverpool, drawn in their first four league games of 2026 after a 1-1 stalemate with Brighton, also have issues. Out are Alexander Isak (calf), Conor Bradley (knee), and Giovanni Leoni (knee), with Federico Chiesa (unspecified) and Ibrahima Konate (personal reasons, following his father's passing) doubtful. Joe Gomez is expected to partner Virgil van Dijk at center-back.[1][3][5][6]

Predicted Liverpool XI: Alisson; Frimpong, Gomez, Van Dijk, Kerkez; Gravenberch, Jones; Salah, Szoboszlai, Wirtz; Ekitike.[1]

Match Context

Both sides desperately need a win amid dipping form. Liverpool, under Arne Slot, have won their last six against Bournemouth, including a 4-3 thriller earlier this season, but Bournemouth's home resilience could make it tight.[2] With injuries piling up for Iraola's men, Evanilson's sharpness will be crucial to exploit any Liverpool vulnerabilities.

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