Liverpool turn their attention to the Carabao Cup when they welcome Leicester City to Anfield for a third-round tie on Wendesday (19.45 BST).
No club has won the competition more times than the Reds in history. They have got their hands on the silverware a total of nine times – most recently in the 2021-22 season when beating Chelsea on penalties in the final at Wembley.
Jurgen Klopp will not doubt want another run at claiming the trophy, with his squad looking like they have the capabilities on fighting on several fronts this campaign. Liverpool have started the Premier League season superbly, picking up 16 points from their opening six fixtures – most recently a 3-1 triumph over West Ham United.
But Klopp will by no means be underestimating Leicester. At the formative stage of the season, the Foxes are on track for an immediate return to the top flight at the first time of asking. They sit at the summit of the Championship table. Ahead of the encounter, here’s the latest team news for both sides.
1. Conor Bradley – out
The right-back may have featured in this game had he been fit but he’s sidelined until November with a stress fracture in his back
2. Kaide Gordon – out
The 19-year-old made his debut in this competition for Liverpool two seasons ago. He returned from a 19 month absence earlier this season but now has an ankle injury. Photo: Nick Taylor/Liverpool FC/Liverpool FC via Getty Images
3. Thiago Alcantara – out
The midfielder was not in training last week and hasn’t played since April because of a hip injury.
4. Trent Alexander-Arnold – out
The Liverpool vice-captain is back in training after missing the past three games but this clash comes too soon.
