Liverpool v Bournemouth: Preview and possible lineups

Liverpool: Klopp may welcome Mo Salah back into the fold after recovering from a short-lived groin injury, and Roberto Firmino could also feature despite a neck problem. Liverpool will be missing defenders Nathaniel Clyne and Ragnar Klavan, both of whom are out with various injuries. Klopp has a whole host of injuries to contend with, including Joel Matip [thigh], Emre Can [back], Adam Lallana [hamstring] and Joe Gomez [ankle] who will likely all be sidelined.

Bournemouth: Eddie Howe will have his pick of the squad, with only three players unlikely to be available. Defenders Adam Smith will be sitting this match out with a knee injury, along with midfielder Junior Stanislas, whilst Tyrone Mings dealing with a back issue.

Liverpool manager, Jurgen Klopp:

"We've had a longer part of the week to prepare. Makes a big difference. We have enough time for a completely normal line-up. From now on if people think I won't do that because of Roma, it will make my life difficult. We have to do our job.''

"We are full of adrenalin, it's positive the way we did it against Man City. It wasn't normal. Life is a series of challenges, and Bournemouth is next. People aren't talking about it. If I go out buying bread, people will say 'Roma, good draw!'. But it's Bournemouth next."

Bournemouth manager, Eddie Howe:

''Liverpool caused us problems in December, I've watched them a lot and been really impressed. They're formidable and on the right path.''

''We have to make sure we're right ourselves and the players are focused on giving their best performances.''

''I think a good start to the game is hugely important for us. With five games to go we want to maintain our form. The players' attitude to their training and work ethic is excellent.'' 

Did you know?

In the last five encounters between the two sides, there has been average of 3.8 goals scored per match. 

Form:

Possible lineups

Liverpool: Karius; Alexander-Arnold, Lovren, Van Dijk, Robertson; Oxlade-Chamberlain, Henderson, Wijnaldum; Salah, Firmino, Mane.

Bournemouth: Begovic; Daniels, Ake, S. Cook, Francis; King, Surman, L. Cook, Gosling, Fraser; Wilson.