How we expect the Reds to lineup.
The big match of the Premier League weekend is undoubtedly Manchester United v Liverpool at Old Trafford and here is how we expect the Reds to lineup.
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GK – Simon Mignolet
Despite the fact the goalkeeper is clearly a liability, with Brad Jones the only available backup the Belgium international will have to continue between the sticks.
RB – Glen Johnson
Javier Manquillo has failed to impress since completing a two-year loan deal from Atletico Madrid and we expect the experience of Johnson to be preferred.
CB – Martin Skrtel
Has been the only defender to show any sort of form this season and that is why manager Brendan Rodgers will stick with the Slovakian.
CB – Dejan Lovren
May have been something of a flop since his £20m summer move from Southampton, but with Kolo Toure only just returning to match fitness and Mamadou Sakho out of favour, we expect Lovren to continue.
LB – Alberto Moreno
Jose Enrique was so poor against FC Basel in the Champions League midweek he was hauled off at half-time and therefore Moreno should be recalled at left-back.
CDM – Lucas Leiva
Up against a tough Red Devils attack the Brazilian should operate in front of the back four and is sure to have a busy afternoon.
CM – Steven Gerrard
The captain scored a brace in this fixture last term, but may have to operate in a more defensive way this time around.
CM – Jordan Henderson
It’s games like this where Henderson needs to start proving why he should be Gerrard’s successor as skipper.
RM – Raheem Sterling
Although may not have been in as good form as in 2013/14 the 20-year-old is still the Reds’ best chance of scoring.
ST – Rickie Lambert
Lambert has hardly showered himself in glory since a summer move, but Rodgers is likely to prefer the striker’s physicality.
LM- Philippe Coutinho
Adam Lallana is struggling with two broken ribs and despite wanting to play we think Coutinho will be preferred.