Arne Slot might face a tough decision in picking his Liverpool squad for the League Cup match against Crystal Palace on Wednesday. Slot previously rotated his team for the victory over Southampton, with goals from Alexander Isak and Hugo Ekitike sealing the win.
Injuries have complicated Slot’s squad selection, with Giovanni Leoni, Jayden Danns, and Jeremie Frimpong out long-term, while Alexander Isak and Curtis Jones are also dealing with injuries. The availability of these players for the upcoming game remains uncertain.
Conor Bradley could be protected due to Frimpong’s absence, leading to the potential debut of Freddie Woodman in goal. Slot has a history of making changes in the League Cup, with young players like Calvin Ramsay possibly getting a chance this time around.
Slot may need to improvise in defense and midfield due to the injury situation, possibly involving players like Joe Gomez, Virgil van Dijk, and Ibrahima Konate. The absence of key players like Mohamed Salah and Cody Gakpo could lead to opportunities for other forwards like Rio Ngumoha.
Young talents like Ramsay and Bajcetic could have a chance to shine if selected, but Bajcetic’s ongoing injury woes have kept him sidelined. Despite the challenges, Slot will need to navigate his team through the upcoming match without some key players.
While the return of Bajcetic remains uncertain, Slot must make do with the available options to field a competitive team against Palace. The injuries have forced Slot to rethink his lineup, presenting opportunities for emerging talents to step up in this crucial cup clash.
