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  • Liverpool’s Possible Lineups Against AC Milan as Arne Slot Deals with Rotation Pressure

    Liverpool’s Possible Lineups Against AC Milan as Arne Slot Deals with Rotation Pressure

    Liverpool's Possible Lineups Against AC Milan as Arne Slot Deals with Rotation Pressure

    Arne Slot encounters his first tight turnaround of his Liverpool tenure as the Reds head to Italy to face AC Milan in the Champions League.

    Liverpool returns to Europe’s elite after a year’s absence, starting with a visit to San Siro to play a Milan team fresh from a 4-0 victory over Venezia.

    The Reds had a more challenging lead-up, suffering a 1-0 defeat at Anfield to Nottingham Forest, but a game three days later offers a chance to demonstrate that the loss was merely a minor setback.

    As Liverpool’s second match out of seven in 22 days approaches, Slot is expected to rotate his squad. However, as evidenced against Forest, he seems hesitant to do so early in his Liverpool career.

    Here’s a potential lineup for Liverpool against AC Milan.

    Team news:
    – Harvey Elliott is sidelined until October due to a fractured foot.
    – Jayden Danns remains unavailable due to a back issue.
    – James McConnell is still out because of an ankle problem.

    Liverpool’s XI vs. AC Milan:

    Given Slot’s relatively new position, predicting his team selections during a congested fixture schedule is challenging. However, clues from substitutions against Forest suggest that those who came off early might feature against Milan.

    One possible lineup could be:

    – Kostas Tsimikas replaces Andy Robertson to give him a rest.
    – Alexis Mac Allister, Diogo Jota, and Luis Diaz start after being substituted an hour into Saturday’s match.
    – Ibrahima Konate continues his run of form alongside Virgil van Dijk.

    Probable Starting XI:

    Arne Slot encounters his first tight turnaround of his Liverpool tenure as the Reds head to Italy to face AC Milan in the Champions League. Liverpool returns to Europe’s elite after a year's absence, starting with a visit to San Siro to play a Milan team fresh from a 4-0 victory over Venezia. The Reds had a more challenging lead-up, suffering a 1-0 defeat at Anfield to Nottingham Forest, but a game three days later offers a chance to demonstrate that the loss was merely a minor setback. As Liverpool’s second match out of seven in 22 days approaches, Slot is expected to rotate his squad. However, as evidenced against Forest, he seems hesitant to do so early in his Liverpool career. Here’s a potential lineup for Liverpool against AC Milan. **Team news:** - Harvey Elliott is sidelined until October due to a fractured foot. - Jayden Danns remains unavailable due to a back issue. - James McConnell is still out because of an ankle problem. **Liverpool’s XI vs. AC Milan:** Given Slot’s relatively new position, predicting his team selections during a congested fixture schedule is challenging. However, clues from substitutions against Forest suggest that those who came off early might feature against Milan. One possible lineup could be: - Kostas Tsimikas replaces Andy Robertson to give him a rest. - Alexis Mac Allister, Diogo Jota, and Luis Diaz start after being substituted an hour into Saturday's match. - Ibrahima Konate continues his run of form alongside Virgil van Dijk. **Probable Starting XI:** Alisson; Alexander-Arnold, Konate, Van Dijk, Tsimikas; Gravenberch, Szoboszlai, Mac Allister; Salah, Jota, Diaz Although Slot isn’t keen on rotation currently, he might have to make adjustments for this match. Seven of his starters from the weekend had played full matches for their national teams during the break, so some may need rest. Curtis Jones, making his first start since returning from injury, could replace Dominik Szoboszlai, who played the entire 90 minutes against Forest. Conor Bradley’s consistent bench appearances keep him match-fit, potentially earning him a spot in the lineup. Darwin Nunez could play centrally as Liverpool aims to manage Jota’s fitness throughout the season. **Alternative Lineup:** Alisson; Bradley, Quansah, Van Dijk, Robertson; Gravenberch, Mac Allister, Jones; Salah, Nunez, Diaz This season will be a learning experience for Slot and his team, requiring patience. However, a win at AC Milan, alongside their victory at Old Trafford, would be a strong indicator of Liverpool’s potential.

    Alisson; Alexander-Arnold, Konate, Van Dijk, Tsimikas; Gravenberch, Szoboszlai, Mac Allister; Salah, Jota, Diaz

    Although Slot isn’t keen on rotation currently, he might have to make adjustments for this match. Seven of his starters from the weekend had played full matches for their national teams during the break, so some may need rest.

    Curtis Jones, making his first start since returning from injury, could replace Dominik Szoboszlai, who played the entire 90 minutes against Forest.

    Conor Bradley’s consistent bench appearances keep him match-fit, potentially earning him a spot in the lineup.

    Darwin Nunez could play centrally as Liverpool aims to manage Jota’s fitness throughout the season.

    Alternative Lineup:

    Arne Slot encounters his first tight turnaround of his Liverpool tenure as the Reds head to Italy to face AC Milan in the Champions League. Liverpool returns to Europe’s elite after a year's absence, starting with a visit to San Siro to play a Milan team fresh from a 4-0 victory over Venezia. The Reds had a more challenging lead-up, suffering a 1-0 defeat at Anfield to Nottingham Forest, but a game three days later offers a chance to demonstrate that the loss was merely a minor setback. As Liverpool’s second match out of seven in 22 days approaches, Slot is expected to rotate his squad. However, as evidenced against Forest, he seems hesitant to do so early in his Liverpool career. Here’s a potential lineup for Liverpool against AC Milan. **Team news:** - Harvey Elliott is sidelined until October due to a fractured foot. - Jayden Danns remains unavailable due to a back issue. - James McConnell is still out because of an ankle problem. **Liverpool’s XI vs. AC Milan:** Given Slot’s relatively new position, predicting his team selections during a congested fixture schedule is challenging. However, clues from substitutions against Forest suggest that those who came off early might feature against Milan. One possible lineup could be: - Kostas Tsimikas replaces Andy Robertson to give him a rest. - Alexis Mac Allister, Diogo Jota, and Luis Diaz start after being substituted an hour into Saturday's match. - Ibrahima Konate continues his run of form alongside Virgil van Dijk. **Probable Starting XI:** Alisson; Alexander-Arnold, Konate, Van Dijk, Tsimikas; Gravenberch, Szoboszlai, Mac Allister; Salah, Jota, Diaz Although Slot isn’t keen on rotation currently, he might have to make adjustments for this match. Seven of his starters from the weekend had played full matches for their national teams during the break, so some may need rest. Curtis Jones, making his first start since returning from injury, could replace Dominik Szoboszlai, who played the entire 90 minutes against Forest. Conor Bradley’s consistent bench appearances keep him match-fit, potentially earning him a spot in the lineup. Darwin Nunez could play centrally as Liverpool aims to manage Jota’s fitness throughout the season. **Alternative Lineup:** Alisson; Bradley, Quansah, Van Dijk, Robertson; Gravenberch, Mac Allister, Jones; Salah, Nunez, Diaz This season will be a learning experience for Slot and his team, requiring patience. However, a win at AC Milan, alongside their victory at Old Trafford, would be a strong indicator of Liverpool’s potential.

    Alisson; Bradley, Quansah, Van Dijk, Robertson; Gravenberch, Mac Allister, Jones; Salah, Nunez, Diaz

    This season will be a learning experience for Slot and his team, requiring patience. However, a win at AC Milan, alongside their victory at Old Trafford, would be a strong indicator of Liverpool’s potential.

  • Champions League Fixtures for Liverpool: Dates set as Reds begins against AC Milan

    Champions League Fixtures for Liverpool: Dates set as Reds begins against AC Milan

    Champions League Fixtures for Liverpool: Dates set as Reds begin vs AC Milan

    Liverpool’s Champions League Schedule: Reds begins play against AC Milan on these dates.

    Liverpool’s European odyssey begins against AC Milan, although they will remain in the competition until January thanks to a revamped Champions League system.

    Liverpool’s immediate opponents in the competition were drawn at random on Thursday night by UEFA’s automatic program, matching them up against eight other teams.

    Opta Analyst ranks the Reds’ opponents, who include Real Madrid, Bayer Leverkusen, and Dutch champions PSV, as having the joint-second hardest fixtures.

    A good gift for the return, huh? But now that the dates for every home and away game have been set, fans can at least plan their routes.

    League Stage Timetables

    Matchday 1: AC Milan (A) – Tuesday, September 17, 8pm

    Matchday 2: Bologna (H) – Wednesday, October 2, 8pm

    Matchday 3: Leipzig (A) – Wednesday, October 23, 8pm

    Matchday 4: Bayer Leverkusen (H) – Tuesday, November 5, 8pm

    Matchday 5: Real Madrid (H) – Wednesday, November 27, 8pm

    Matchday 6: Girona (A) – Tuesday, December 10, 5.45pm

    Matchday 7: Lille (H) – Tuesday, January 21, 8pm

    Matchday 8: PSV (A) – Wednesday, January 29, 8pm

    One of the eight games is an early kickoff for the trip to Girona in December; however, Liverpool’s match against Real Madrid just a few days before Man City’s visit in November will be of interest to fans.

    While league matches against Brighton and Aston Villa are played at Anfield, making it three straight home games, the German champions led by Xabi Alonso will visit.

    This time around, unlike in the previous arrangement, the competition’s initial stage lasts until the end of January, and the approximate number of points required to advance is yet unknown.

    The 36-team league’s top eight teams advance directly to the final 16, while the eight spots that remain are decided by 16 playoff games between the teams that placed ninth through 24th.

    TNT Sports will continue to air live coverage of every match in the UK.

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    Liverpool is “deeply contemplating” £51 million hijack Zubimendi alternative

    Liverpool is "deeply contemplating" £51 million hijack Zubimendi alternative  In addition to having one of the finest starts

    In addition to having one of the finest starts to the season, Liverpool has had one of the least exciting transfer windows.

    To yet, the Reds have not made a single summer acquisition. Arne Slot is apparently looking to make a last-minute move for a crucial midfield player, though, with four days remaining before Friday night’s deadline.

    The playmaker’s decision to remain with his childhood club eliminated any hope the Reds had of getting the Spaniard to the Premier League. The Merseyside giants had been close to signing Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad earlier in the transfer season.

    Liverpool is thinking about snatching the Juventus contract.

    And now that they’re searching for a substitute, Teun Koopmeiners of Atalanta has been recognised by Liverpool as a late option, per a recent Fichajes article.

    Koopmeiners is almost certain to sign with Juventus, which presents an issue for any potential signing. Thiago Motta has the 26-year-old as one of his top targets, and he had seemed set to play at the Allianz until recently.

    But Liverpool is in a better financial position to take advantage of the midfielder’s planned transfer to Turin, as Atalanta is willing to demand a large portion of Liverpool’s £51 million valuation up front.

    A excerpt from the outlet’s report stated, “Liverpool are seriously considering a last-minute move to sign Atalanta midfielder Teun Koopmeiners in a bid to bolster their midfield before the transfer window closes.”

    This, together with the fact that Atalanta’s immediate league adversary, the Old Lady, will very certainly cause the Italian team to choose a deal with Liverpool.

    Koopmeiners, who still has three years left on his contract, has played in 129 games across all competitions for Atalanta, scoring 29 goals and dishing out 15 assists in his three years there. The 27-year-old played for Atalanta last season when they defeated Bayer Leverkusen under Xabi Alonso’s leadership in the Europa League.