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Liverpool have entered the final stretch of their disappointing Premier League title defense, with a visit to Manchester United kicking off May as they look to secure Champions League football next season.
A 2–1 loss to Ruben Amorim's side was among the many low points of a deeply frustrating campaign, but a win at Old Trafford this weekend would see them climb above their fierce rivals in the Premier League standings.
Michael Carrick's United have shown a strong resurgence, and they crucially bounced back after a rare home defeat to Leeds United without letting it spiral further. The Red Devils are back on course and are targeting their first league double over Liverpool since the 2015–16 season.
Mohamed Salah Ruled Out by Slot
Mohamed Salah was substituted off against Crystal Palace last week with what has since been described as a "minor muscle injury." The Liverpool manager has ruled the legendary forward out of Sunday's clash in Manchester, though Salah is anticipated to return before the season concludes.
Slot also gave an update on first-choice goalkeeper Alisson, who has been absent for seven consecutive matches due to a hamstring problem. He has yet to participate in training ahead of Sunday's fixture, and no risks will be taken unless he is fully fit.
Beyond that, there is little new to report. Milos Kerkez is managing a minor knock but is expected to feature, while Hugo Ekitiké, Conor Bradley, Giovanni Leoni, and Wataru Endō remain long-term injury absentees.
Backup goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili is nursing a leg injury that will keep him out for at least another week, meaning third-choice Freddie Woodman will continue in goal should Alisson fail to recover in time.
Liverpool Predicted Lineup vs. Man Utd
GK: Freddie Woodman—There remains a possibility that Alisson features, but Woodman's display last week should give Liverpool fans confidence that the side will be in safe hands if he is called upon to start once more.
RB: Joe Gomez—Gomez has dealt with a handful of fitness setbacks this season, though none too serious. Used intermittently by Slot, the disciplined fullback could earn a start to allow Dominik Szoboszlai to operate in midfield.
CB: Ibrahima Konaté—The French centre-back is reportedly close to signing a contract extension, and he'll be eager to finish the season strongly to bolster his World Cup prospects.
CB: Virgil van Dijk—Van Dijk doesn't have many more trips to Old Trafford ahead of him, and he'll be determined to lead the away side to a result that would see them overtake their hosts in the Premier League table.
LB: Milos Kerkez—The Hungarian has shared duties with the outgoing Andy Robertson throughout the campaign, making Sunday's selection a genuine coin flip. Kerkez has been carrying a knock but should be fit enough to play this weekend.
CM: Ryan Gravenberch—Gravenberch plays a key role in Liverpool's build-up play, but he'll also need to keep tabs on United's influential Bruno Fernandes at Old Trafford. Neutralizing him could prove decisive for the Reds.
CM: Dominik Szoboszlai—Slot will surely deploy Szoboszlai in a central midfield role for this one.
RW: Jeremie Frimpong—It may not be the ideal solution, but Slot has limited options to work with. Federico Chiesa has barely featured this calendar year, so the energetic Frimpong looks set to fill in on the right in Salah's absence.
AM: Florian Wirtz—Wirtz's debut season at Anfield risks fading away, but he has a golden chance to rediscover his best form at the home of Liverpool's greatest rivals.
LW: Cody Gakpo—A familiar face for Liverpool supporters. Expect a brief cameo from Rio Ngumoha on Sunday, but the bulk of the action on the left will come from the reliable yet predictable Dutchman.
ST: Alexander Isak—Lifted by netting his first Premier League goal at Anfield last week, Isak — who has had several weeks to rebuild his fitness following recovery from a broken leg — is ready to step up and lead the line for Liverpool.