Liverpool Squad Preview: Who Does Jurgen Klopp Have Available for Greuther Furth Friendly?
Liverpool take on Greuther Furth in their second pre-season friendly at lunchtime on Monday, but which members of the squad does Jurgen Klopp have at his disposal? The Reds opened their preparations for 2023/24 with a 4-2 over Karlsruher on Wednesday night courtesy of two late strikes from Diogo Jota. The squad are currently based in Germany as they get ready for the upcoming campaign, with a trip to Singapore to face Leicester and Bayern Munich next on the agenda.
As Liverpool look to get themselves in shape for the new season, Klopp has plenty of options for the meeting with Greuther Furth with opportunities for players new and old to get a runout. Here is who will be available and who could miss out for Greuther Furth vs. Liverpool.
Alisson
Reporter Neil Jones relayed information from the club that Alisson missed Liverpool’s pre-season opener due to a finger injury, but only as a precaution.
Dominik Szoboszlai
The Echo‘s Ian Doyle reported that Dominik Szoboszlai‘s absence from Saturday’s training was due to rolling his ankle, although the injury is thought to be minor.
Thiago
Thiago posted pictures of him finally back training with a ball at his feet on Twitter earlier in the week, but he is not expected to play a part in the friendly clash as he works his way back from a hip flexor issue.
Stefan Bajcetic
Stefan Bajcetic is nearing a full return to training following the adductor injury which ended his season prematurely, but he will not be available to feature against Greuther Furth.
Melkamu Frauendorf
Melkamu Frauendorf is nursing a knee injury and will be unavailable for selection.