On X (previously Twitter), Liverpool supporters are expressing their joy over Diogo Jota’s benching for the match against Burnley. Later on Tuesday, December 26, the Reds take on the Clarets at Turf Moor in the Premier League.
With 39 points from 18 games, Jurgen Klopp and company are presently one point behind leaders Arsenal in the Premier League rankings after making a significant return this season.
They will be hoping to go back to winning ways against 19th-place Burnley; however, they have drawn their past two league games against Manchester United and the Gunners.
Many important players have been rested as a result of Jurgen Klopp’s numerous adjustments to his starting lineup. Liverpool’s starting goalie is Alisson Becker. The defense is made up of Joe Gomez, Virgil van Dijk, Jarell Quansah, and Trent Alexander-Arnold.
Wataru Endo, Harvey Elliott, and Ryan Gravenberch make up the midfield. Cody Gakpo, Darwin Nunez, and Mohamed Salah complete the starting lineup up front.
Liverpool supporters are happy to see Diogo Jota rejoin the team for the encounter. More than a month has passed since the Portugal international sustained a hamstring injury against Manchester City. This season, he has made 17 appearances in all competitions and scored eight goals. The Reds will greatly benefit from his return.
Liverpool is reportedly “attacking” a Portugal defender in light of the issue of defensive injuries.
As per Liverpool ECHO, a report from Jornal de Noticias claims that the Reds are the most recent team to show interest in Sporting CP center-back Goncalo Inacio.
With three goals in 23 games this season for Sporting, the Portugal international has looked impressive. According to reports, Tottenham Hotspur, Arsenal, and Newcastle United are all taking notice of his achievements. However, Liverpool is also rumored to be pursuing his signing during the January transfer window in response to many long-term injuries to their defense.
Joel Matip’s ACL injury has forced him to miss the remainder of the season. After breaking his collarbone against Arsenal, Kostas Tsimikas will also be sidelined for some time, while Andy Robertson isn’t anticipated back until the end of January.
The Reds’ problems on the left side of their back four would be resolved by Inacio, who would strengthen their defense. He won’t be sold, though, until his purported £52 million release clause is fulfilled.
