Liverpool line-ups vs Man City as Cody Gakpo and Hugo Ekitike calls made and formation changed.

Liverpool’s line-ups against Man City feature Cody Gakpo and Hugo Ekitike adjustments, along with a change in formation.

Following a successful week, Liverpool faces a significant test of their progress with a visit to the Etihad for a match against Manchester City.

With consecutive wins over Aston Villa and Real Madrid, Liverpool heads to Manchester City in high spirits for this Premier League encounter. This match marks the last before the international break in November.

I was impressed with the starting eleven that triumphed over Real Madrid, yet I also appreciated Arne Slot’s astute tactical decision that outsmarted Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City back in February. So, what should be done? Perhaps a combination of both.

A third consecutive victory would serve as a strong indication that the recent difficulties, which included six losses in seven matches, are behind them as they approach the busiest stretch of the season following the domestic action pause.

As always, Arne Slot and his coaching staff face significant choices regarding team selection. Our committed Reds writers have shared their Liverpool line-ups for the journey to the Etihad.

During last year’s visit to the Etihad, Liverpool opted to concede territory against Pep Guardiola’s team, striking back with effective counter-attacks and well-executed set-pieces, leading to a 2-0 victory.

On that occasion, Liverpool held only 33% possession but rarely appeared at risk of losing after securing an early goal. The decision by Arne Slot to forgo a traditional striker in favor of a ‘box’ midfield comprising Ryan Gravenberch, Curtis Jones, Alexis Mac Allister, and Dominik Szoboszlai has influenced my thoughts for this match.

Florian Wirtz performed admirably on the left against Real Madrid on Tuesday, but I plan to deploy him as a ‘false 9’ and bring back Cody Gakpo in place of Hugo Ekitike.

This is my sole personnel change, yet it feels like a significant tactical shift that, if executed effectively during counter-attacks and transitions, could lead to substantial success in Manchester.

Mamardashvili; Bradley, Konate, Van Dijk, Robertson; Gravenberch, Mac Allister; Salah, Szoboszlai, Wirtz; Ekitike.