Predicted Starting XI for Liverpool's Premier League meeting with Wolves
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Liverpool return to Premier League action on Saturday against visiting Wolverhampton Wanderers, aiming to extend their six-match unbeaten run.The Reds will be full of confidence after a marked improvement in form following their nightmarish run earlier in the season, and while Wolves sit on a near-impossibly low total of two points, the Premier League has repeatedly shown that no opponent can be taken lightly.After all, while Wolves were clearly a more formidable side last season, the Reds still had to scrape out a 2–1 win at Anfield the last time the teams met—needing a Mohamed Salah penalty to do so—serving as a reminder that Liverpool will need to be at their best to claim all three points.Additionally, a host of absences through injury, international duty, and suspension means Slot will have just twelve confirmed fit and available players, barring any last-minute clearances—making efficiency with his resources essential.The match will also carry significant emotional weight, with Liverpool inviting the late Diogo Jota’s sons to serve as team mascots—a touching tribute to the striker who represented both clubs and adds a poignant layer to the occasion.So, with an improving Liverpool facing a side that could rank among the weakest in Premier League history, how should Arne Slot best deploy his troops on Saturday?Starting XI:Alisson Becker- Not much thought needed for this one. Even if there is some rust in his first start back, Liverpool should be able to manage it, and it is worth giving one of the club’s summer signings valuable minutes.Alexis Mac Allister- With three players who have been playing consistently as midfielders available on Saturday, it’s hard to see Slot lining up the middle of the park any other way, starting with the Argentine.
10 back on a run of improved form.Curtis Jones- In my eyes, the local lad has been one of the season’s biggest pleasant surprises, and with his recent form and limited midfield options, he’s virtually guaranteed to start. He has established himself as a passing maestro this season, and it would be great to see him register his first goal contribution of the campaign.Ryan Gravenberch- Another almost-guaranteed starter given the options available.
After a flying start to the season, scoring a remarkable three goals—well above his usual tally—he has managed just one goal contribution over his last 10 games.Tottenham Hotspur v Liverpool - Premier League | Marc Atkins/GettyImagesFlorian Wirtz- There’s a slight chance Cody Gakpo could be available off the bench if his knock is resolved in time, but Flo is expected to start on the left. It must have felt like a huge weight off his shoulders when he recorded his first league goal or assist of the year against Spurs, and I’d love to see Wirtz take control of this match against the Premier League’s weakest defensive side.Federico Chiesa- The time is finally now.