Liverpool predicted line-up vs Luton - as Jurgen Klopp makes eight changes amid Luis Diaz call
Will Rooney
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Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp. Picture: Bryn Lennon/Getty Images
Liverpool go in search of a fifth successive victory when they travel to Luton Town on Sunday (16.30 GMT).
The Reds are heavy favourites to run out winners at Kenilworth Road against a Hatters side who are struggling in their maiden Premier League season. Yet Jurgen Klopp will ensure that his troops do not understand Luton.
Liverpool head into the game against the backdrop of reaching the Carabao Cup quarter-finals following a 2-1 win at AFC Bournemouth. Klopp made several changes for the encounter, although some of his key players featured.
The Brazilian was given the night off in midweek and will come into the clash fresh.
The Reds chief now has to weigh up who he feels is fit enough to play against Luton - especially with Luis Diaz returning to training following the kidnapping of his parents in Colombia.
Heading into the fixtures, he’s the Liverpool team predicted.
Introduced off the bench at Bournemouth to help seal the winning. His passing to open up a low block could be key.
Liverpool are carefully managing Konate’s minutes and he was rested against Bournemouth.
The Liverpool captain has bounced back to his best so far this season and is will be relishing the physical test.
The Greece international featured against Bournemouth but is likely to be one of few players to keep his spot with Andy Robertson sidelined.
The Argentine caught the eye against Forest last week and continues to improve in the No.6 role.
The £60m signing started in a left-wing role at Bournemouth but is set to return to the engine room.
Curtis Jones is now back available after his ban but Gravenberch may continue for the meantime. A selection decision for Klopp to ponder.
The Egyptian will be hoping to increase his tally , having already scored 10 goals this season.
The Uruguay international netted a stunning match-winner against Bournemouth and Liverpool will be hoping he can produce more magic.
Luis Diaz has returned from Colombia but it’s unlikely that he will be fit to start, so Jota is likely to get the nod.
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