JUST IN: Klopp drops three main Liverpool player from the starting XI against Fulham
Liverpool is gearing up for a pivotal match against Fulham, a critical encounter in their ongoing pursuit to maintain their standing in the Premier League championship contention. Following a series of tough challenges, including an early elimination from the Europa League courtesy of Atalanta and a disappointing loss against Crystal Palace, Jurgen Klopp’s team faces a formidable task to clinch the league title before the impending departure of their manager this summer.
Currently trailing by three points behind the league leaders following Arsenal’s recent triumph over Wolves, Liverpool finds themselves in a prime position to exert pressure on Manchester City, who had a break due to their successful FA Cup semi-final outing against Chelsea. Klopp’s squad is eager to seize this opportunity and narrow the gap at the summit of the league standings.
Despite securing a narrow 1-0 victory over Atalanta in the Europa League second-leg encounter, Liverpool’s performance left much to be desired, underscoring the urgent need for improvement. With the highly anticipated Merseyside derby against Everton looming on the horizon midweek, Klopp may contemplate squad rotation to effectively manage player fitness levels and implement tactical adjustments.
Moreover, Liverpool will be facing the Fulham challenge without key contributors such as Mohamed Salah, Darwin Nunez, and Alexis Mac Allister in the starting lineup. Their absence presents a significant hurdle for Klopp’s side, necessitating other players to step up and fill the void as they strive to accumulate crucial points in their pursuit of silverware.
