Liverpool v Manchester United upon us.
The Reds visit Old Trafford on Monday night going in search of a first Premier League victory of what’s been a difficult campaign thus far.
By the time of kickoff tomorrow night, Liverpool could already be seven points behind Manchester City, who visit Newcastle United this afternoon.
Jurgen Klopp has quite a lot of injury worries to contend with.
Nat Phillips partnered Virgil van Dijk in the 1-1 draw with Crystal Palace at Anfield six days ago.
But Jose Enrique has picked his ideal XI v Manchester United and he has selected Joe Gomez to replace Phillips in the starting lineup.
Here’s what he tweeted:
In fairness to Phillips, he has experience of winning at Old Trafford.
He had a blinder for Liverpool at this stadium back in 2021, a victory that helped Klopp’s side ultimately secure Champions League qualification.
Afterwards, the German manager labelled him ‘‘absolutely insane‘ following that display against the Red Devils.
He was a monstrous performer under Klopp during the second half of that campaign, due to injuries to Van Dijk, Joel Matip and Gomez.
However, he might not be needed tomorrow night.
Matip was photographed in training this week, giving a potentially massive boost for the Merseysiders.
Do you agree with Enrique’s XI for Liverpool v Manchester United?
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