Liverpool maintained their undefeated streak against Arsenal this week, but injuries are starting to take a toll. The Reds have yet to strengthen their first team in this transfer window, however, Arne Slot has brought in 19-year-old defender Noah Adekoya from Burnley.

A deal is also believed to be nearing completion for 18-year-old centre-back Mor Ndiaye, while Austria Vienna's young talent Ifeanyi Ndukwe is also rumoured to be close to a move to Anfield.

However, fitness issues and absences are beginning to impact the senior squad. Mo Salah is currently on duty at the Africa Cup of Nations for Egypt, Alexander Isak is sidelined with an injury for some time, and Hugo Ekitike has been missing recently due to a minor fitness issue.

Meanwhile, Virgil van Dijk and Ibrahima Konate are the only fit first-team centre-back duo at the club. Right-back Conor Bradley also...