4 things to look out for when Liverpool welcome Aston Villa to Anfield
Despite defensive issues and midfield uncertainties, Liverpool have started the new season off with an absolute bang – winning two, drawing one, and crossing off tough away trips to Newcastle and Chelsea in the process.
After a scintillating Darwin Nuñez double against Newcastle right at the death last weekend, the Reds will be hoping to continue their unbeaten run against an Unai Emery side in fine form (despite the 5-1 battering they received against the Magpies on the opening day of the season).
With Jurgen Klopp’s side in fine attacking form, and Aston Villa being riddled with injuries as of late, fans will be expecting goals and for Liverpool to make it ten points from a possible 12.
Here are a few things to look out for ahead of Sunday’s clash.
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With this one set to go to the wire, Liverpool could have a new midfield option by Sunday.
The club have reportedly been trying to recruit the Dutchman ever since his breakout season with Ajax, with genuine interest in signing the Bayern Munich star dating as far back as April.
Klopp is a massive fan of the 21-year-old, and Gravenberch is keen to come to Merseyside in search of improved game time. At the time of writing Liverpool and Bayern are in talks over a fee.
Even if a deal is completed, it’s unlikely the Netherlands star will be in the team this Sunday, as he would need to have time to train and have his match fitness assessed by Klopp – who is known for giving players time to adapt to the challenges of the Premier League before being thrown in at the deep end.
However, we might at least get a glimpse of Gravenberch watching his new team from the stands this weekend. Fingers crossed…
