Liverpool confirm starting line-up vs Bologna – Arne Slot makes five changes with £60 million signing benched…

Liverpool’s line-up against Bologna features five changes as Arne Slot opts to bench the £60 million signing.

Tonight, Champions League action returns to Anfield as Liverpool prepares to face Bologna.

The Reds are back in Europe’s premier club competition, having started strongly with a 3-1 victory over AC Milan at the San Siro last month.

Under Arne Slot’s management, Liverpool has enjoyed a successful run, currently sitting atop the Premier League following a 2-1 win against Wolves last weekend.

However, Slot will be cautious, knowing that Liverpool must avoid complacency as they navigate a busy schedule, with a trip to Crystal Palace for a lunchtime match on Saturday.

A victory against Bologna, currently positioned 13th in Serie A, would bring Liverpool closer to securing a top-eight finish in the new league format, ensuring automatic qualification for the Champions League knockout stage.

Here is the predicted Liverpool team for the match against the Italian side.

GK – Alisson Becker

Alisson returned to the squad against Wolves after recovering from injury. He remains Liverpool’s first-choice goalkeeper and has only conceded two goals this season at Molineux.

RB – Conor Bradley

With Trent Alexander-Arnold not performing at his best against Wolves, Slot may decide to rest him. Bradley is highly regarded at Anfield and will be eager to make an impact if given the opportunity.

CB – Joe Gomez

Ibrahima Konate scored against Wolves but was also responsible for conceding the equalizer. While the French defender has generally performed well, his history of injuries may lead to a careful management of his playing time. Gomez has not frequently played in his preferred central position in recent years, but he may be selected over Jarell Quansah.

CB – Virgil van Dijk

He began the season in outstanding form and is expected to captain Liverpool in their first Champions League match at Anfield in a year and a half.

LB – Kostas Tsimikas

Andy Robertson picked up a slight injury during the match against Wolves, which may prevent him from playing. Slot has expressed confidence in Tsimikas, who has performed admirably when called upon this season, including a start against Milan.

CM – Ryan Gravenberch

He is undoubtedly one of the first players on the lineup. Gravenberch’s development has been remarkable, and he is excelling in the number-six position.

CM – Alexis Mac Allister

The Argentine midfielder participated in pre-match media activities yesterday, suggesting he will retain his place in the lineup. He has been exceptionally consistent this season.

CM – Curtis Jones

The academy graduate delivered an impressive performance in the second half of the Carabao Cup victory over West Ham and also contributed well as a substitute against Wolves. Dominik Szoboszlai has had an inconsistent start to the season and may be replaced in the starting eleven.

RW – Mo Salah

He has scored in his last two matches, which should boost his confidence.

ST – Darwin Nunez

The Uruguayan forward missed the Wolves match due to illness but has returned to training. With Diogo Jota absent from training for the last two days, it is likely that Nunez will be chosen to lead the attack.

LW – Luis Diaz

He has been in sensational form in the Premier League and will be eager to display his skills on the European stage.