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It's got the feel of a big game but neither side are where they want to be right now. Subs: Mamardashvili, Frimpong, Isak, Chiesa, Ngumoha, Nyoni, Robertson, Lucky, Ramsay.16:18Ian DoyleTeam ponderingsNot much Slot could have done other than name that team.Ekitike is one of the form strikers in the league and Bradley was the obvious replacement for the crocked Gomez.Frimpong back on the bench is good news, though.16:16KEY EVENTLiverpool team news confirmed - Szoboszlai passed fitLiverpool starting XI vs Spurs: Liverpool: Alisson; Bradley, Konate, Van Dijk, Kerkez; Gravenberch, Jones, Mac Allister; Szoboszlai, Ekitike, Wirtz.
I think last year they had one of the best midfield three in the league, maybe most complete, in (Ryan) Gravenberch, (Alexis) Mac Allister and Szoboszlai - he’s a beast, he will play tomorrow, of course."So, it's a very good team that we're facing, but also know if we hit a high level, we can compete very well, and I believe we can do something good, and we'll go for the three points.” 15:57Theo SquiresSlim pickingsWith little to play with, Slot also has to consider changes off the bench when picking his side.Jeremie Frimpong is at least an option again, and could come in for Dominik Szoboszlai if the Hungarian is fit enough to start but can't manage a full 90 minutes.But if he selects both Alexander Isak and Hugo Ekitike, it likely would leave Federico Chiesa as the only senior forward on the bench.If he leaves one out in favour of selecting an additional midfielder, he then doesn't have experienced options in reseve either.Given Liverpool's injury issues this season, it is another dilemma for the Dutchman to consider.15:51Ian DoyleTeam considerationsNot a lot for Slot to think about really given the lack of numbers.Basically - who plays left-back, and does he go with two up top or leave one of Isak or Ekitike on the bench?After that... there's not a lot, really.15:47Theo SquiresBack in the title-race?Steve Nicol thinks Liverpool could actually get themselves back in the Premier League title-race if they beat Tottenham.“I think this is a big game for Liverpool. They were two of the best performances from Slot's champions last time out but it is fair to say Ange Postecoglou's set up played into their hands.
Very hospitable.Hopefully Spurs are just as welcoming come 5.30pm!They've not been great here this season, only winning twice in front of their own fans in the Premier League.But after last weekend's heavy loss to Forest, they'll be desperate to bounce back.15:11Paul GorstTeam musingsSo how do we think Liverpool will line up today then?Alexander Isak and Hugo Ekitike as a front two?Florian Wirtz off the left?And is there a case for Federico Chiesa?Personally, I suspect Arne Slot will pack the side with midfielders and keep Curtis Jones in there and play Dominik Szoboszlai and Wirtz off the flanks. (Image: Getty Images)14:56Ian DoyleWelcome very muchA very slightly cold welcome to the latest game in Liverpool's season.Yes, it's the Premier League and it's Tottenham.We like coming to Tottenham because we get properly fed, even if it took four-and-a-half hours to get here.Liverpool liked coming here this time last year as they won 6-3.
