Jurgen Klopp Makes Nine Changes for Liverpool’s Europa League Match
After a controversial defeat at Tottenham on Saturday, Jurgen Klopp has made nine changes for Liverpool’s second Europa League game against Belgian side Union SG. Klopp has looked to use his squad depth, but key names remain.
Alisson Remains in Goal
With Caoimhin Kelleher unavailable after needing stitches on his knee, Alisson remains in goal. Trent Alexander-Arnold is back in the starting lineup at right-back, with Ibrahima Konate, Jarell Quansah and Kostas Tsimikas completing the backline.
Midfield and Forward Lineup
In midfield, Wataru Endo will occupy the No. 6 role and has both Harvey Elliott and Ryan Gravenberch at his side in the more advanced positions. With domestic suspension on the weekend, Diogo Jota starts in the forward line alongside Mohamed Salah, with Darwin Nunez returning up front.
Strong Bench
Klopp’s changes ensures he still has a strong bench to turn to if and when they are required, with Virgil van Dijk, Dominik Szoboszlai and Luis Diaz named as substitutes.
Liverpool’s Starting Lineup
Liverpool: Alisson; Alexander-Arnold, Konate, Quansah, Tsimikas; Endo, Elliott, Gravenberch; Salah, Jota, Nunez
Substitutes: Jaros, Mrozek, Van Dijk, Matip, Gomez, Robertson, Chambers, Mac Allister, Jones, Szoboszlai, Diaz, Doak
Union SG’s Starting Lineup
Union SG: Moris; Mac Allister, Burgess, Machida; Castro-Montes, Amani, Vanhoutte, Puertas, Terho; Nilsson, Amoura
Substitutes: Imbrechts, W