Jurgen Klopp Rings Changes as Liverpool Eye League Cup Final

In a bid to secure a spot in the League Cup final, Liverpool’s manager, Jurgen Klopp, has implemented four key changes to his lineup for the second leg against Fulham. The Reds, holding a one-goal advantage from the first leg, are 90 minutes away from their third League Cup final under Klopp’s management.

Notably, Andy Robertson makes a return to the squad after recovering from injury, providing a significant boost to Liverpool’s defensive options. However, Klopp has opted to keep Robertson on the bench, with Joe Gomez continuing in the left-back role.

Caoimhin Kelleher retains his place in goal, marking his 12th appearance of the season and emphasizing Klopp’s trust in the young Irish goalkeeper. The defensive lineup sees Jarell Quansah partnering with Virgil van Dijk, while Conor Bradley completes the backline.

In the midfield, Alexis Mac Allister takes the anchor role, flanked by the dynamic duo of Harvey Elliott and Ryan Gravenberch. The attacking trio features Darwin Nunez leading the line, supported by Cody Gakpo and Luis Diaz.

While Liverpool aims to wrap up the tie in regulation with their one-goal advantage, the prospect of extra time and penalties looms if the aggregate score remains level at the end of the match. The winner of this clash faces Chelsea in the League Cup final scheduled for February 25 at Wembley.

Fulham Starting XI: 

Leno; Castagne, Adarabioyo, Diop, Robinson; Palhinha, Cairney; De Cordova-Reid, Pereira, Willian; Jimenez

Liverpool Starting XI: 

Kelleher; Bradley, Quansah, Van Dijk, Gomez; Mac Allister, Elliott, Gravenberch; Diaz, Nunez, Gakpo