Liverpool’s predicted XI vs Inter Milan as Arne Slot forced into exciting changes
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Liverpool will need to be on top form if they stand any chance of getting a result against a high-flying Inter Milan side.The Reds have had a rather tricky few days to say the least, with Mohamed Salah stealing the headlines for all the wrong reasons.His comments have not come without punishment either as he is set to be left behind for their Champions League game on Tuesday, with Arne Slot laying down a real marker of intent.Join our newsletter for news & smart analysis. Have Liverpool made the right decision to leave Salah at home for the Inter Milan match? 🚨 Mohamed Salah expected to be left out of Liverpool squad for Inter match.
Use the comment button on the bottom left to have your say With this, as well as injuries and recent performances, the Dutchman will make changes to try and produce a surprising result, and he might just field a team that will get fans excited.DefenceThe defence will likely remain fairly unchanged, with Alisson Becker almost certain to start in goal for the first time in this competition since the end of September.Despite both being sub-par against Leeds, Virgil van Dijk and Ibrahima Konate will start together at the back, but mainly because the Reds really do not have many other options.At right-back, Conor Bradley will likely keep his place in the side as he is suspended for the weekend anyway, while Andy Robertson could come in on the other side due to the amount of minutes Milos Kerkez has played recently.Robertson’s experience could also prove vital as getting a result at the San Siro is one of the hardest challenges of them all.MidfieldLiverpool’s midfield has been a big talking point all season, and for large parts against Leeds, it looked a little better, but something still was not quite right.Ryan Gravenberch will keep his place, though, after another solid outing, but Alexis Mac Allister could be recalled to the XI after starting on the bench.READ MORE: Three players who were mistreated by Arne Slot at Liverpool will surely agree with Mohamed Salah What changes would you make to Liverpool’s potential lineup against Inter Milan? Liverpool’s predicted XI vs Inter Milan 👇 Join the debate; share your insight.
Use the comment button on the bottom left to have your say It would be harsh on Curtis Jones after he was one of the Reds’ better players, but Slot might fancy some rotation given the amount of fixtures they have.Just ahead of them will likely be Florian Wirtz in his favourite number 10 position, although it would be no surprise to see him drift out wide like he usually does.AttackThe forward line is where things get interesting, and Salah’s absence is the key reason for this.With the Egyptian being left at home, while Cody Gakpo and Federico Chiesa both missed training, Liverpool will only have Rio Ngumoha as a recognised winger.However, Slot is unlikely to throw him in the deep end against Inter, meaning Dominik Szoboszlai and Hugo Ekitike could start either side of Alexander Isak.This is certainly an attack Reds fans will be eager to see, with there being a good balance of creativity and goalscoring ability between the trio. Join Our NewsletterReceive a digest of our best Liverpool content each week direct to your mailbox