Liverpool are set for a major shake-up as Arne Slot unveils his starting XI to face Chelsea at Stamford Bridge this evening. After back-to-back defeats to Crystal Palace and Galatasaray, the Reds will be desperate to bounce back and reignite their winning form as October begins.
With first-choice goalkeeper Alisson Becker ruled out following an injury in Istanbul, Giorgi Mamardashvili steps in for his first-ever Premier League start — a huge opportunity for the Georgian shot-stopper.
Slot has made five changes from the side that fell in Turkey. Virgil van Dijk and Ibrahima Konaté remain at the heart of defence, while Conor Bradley returns to right-back and Milos Kerkez keeps his place on the left.
In midfield, Alexis Mac Allister and Ryan Gravenberch reclaim their roles, allowing Dominik Szoboszlai to move into his preferred attacking position. Florian Wirtz, however, drops to the bench after starting midweek.
Upfront, Mohamed Salah is back in the lineup after his shock omission against Galatasaray, while Alexander Isak also returns to lead the attack. Cody Gakpo retains his spot on the left flank.
The bench remains packed with attacking options including Federico Chiesa, Jeremie Frimpong, Curtis Jones, and Hugo Ekitike — giving Slot plenty of firepower if needed.
Both sides head into this clash with something to prove — Liverpool to reclaim momentum, Chelsea to survive yet another test of their depth before the international break. ⚽🔥
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