During the international break, Liverpool’s players are playing in friendlies and regional qualifications all over the world, with 21 of them playing for their respective national teams. The excitement is building for Jurgen Klopp’s team to return from this break and prepare for a crucial matchup at the Etihad on November 25 against Manchester City.
This match is crucial for the title chase of the season because the Reds are only one point behind their competitors in the Premier League standings. A number of City’s important players, including Mateo Kovacic, Ederson, John Stones, Kevin De Bruyne, Matheus Nunes, Sergio Gomez, and Nathan Ake, are doubtful for this crucial match, according to recent sources.
After originally joining their national teams, Ederson and Kovacic had to be recalled because of ailments to their feet and muscles, respectively, which raised concerns about their availability. Ederson’s situation is further murky given that he intriguingly played the entire ninety minutes against Chelsea prior to the international break.
Recent events raise further concerns for Pep Guardiola and Manchester City as they point to possible injuries to key players like Rodri and Haaland. The health of these important players becomes a focus as the match against Liverpool draws near, possibly changing the dynamics of this top-of-the-table contest.
