Liverpool player runs risk of Champions League suspension during Real Madrid tie

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A Liverpool player is facing the risk of a Champions League suspension in the crucial upcoming tie against Real Madrid. Conor Bradley, a Liverpool squad member, stands to receive a one-match ban if he is booked during the match, which could impact the team's lineup and defensive options.

The Liverpool squad is preparing for the high-stakes encounter with several key players unavailable through injury. Goalkeeper Alisson Becker, defender Jeremie Frimpong, and forward Alexander Isak are all ruled out for the clash. Isak remains a doubt for Sunday’s match despite not training with the team yet. Midfielder Curtis Jones has returned to training after missing two games, but his availability remains uncertain.

Mohamed Salah is poised to mark a milestone by making his 200th home appearance for Liverpool during this match, which adds significance to the occasion. Meanwhile, the long-term absentee Giovanni Leoni continues his recovery following an anterior cruciate ligament injury.

On the opposing side, Real Madrid comes into the fixture following a decisive 4-0 victory over Valencia. Their lineup included notable players such as Courtois, Vinicius Jr., and Mbappe. However, Real Madrid also contend with defensive concerns, with players like Dani Carvajal still out due to injury, potentially affecting the defensive balance in their squad.

The match holds intense importance given the Champions League stage and the player availability challenges each team faces. Liverpool will need to manage the risk of discipline-induced suspensions carefully, especially with key squad members like Bradley being close to suspension, to maintain their competitiveness against a strong Real Madrid side.