Darwin Núñez was expected to start for Liverpool in their Champions League clash against PSV Eindhoven, but illness forced him to withdraw from the squad. With the Reds already securing top spot in the competition’s league phase, his absence opens the door for young striker Jayden Danns to lead the attack. Núñez was among a limited group of 11 senior players who traveled to the Netherlands, as head coach Arne Slot opted to rest several key stars ahead of the knockout rounds.
Liverpool’s squad for this fixture is without key names such as Mohamed Salah, Virgil van Dijk, Trent Alexander-Arnold, Alisson Becker, Ibrahima Konaté, Ryan Gravenberch, Alexis Mac Allister, Dominik Szoboszlai, and Luis Díaz, all of whom were given a well-deserved break. Despite the significant changes, Slot remains determined to see his side secure another victory in Europe’s top competition.
Andy Robertson and Cody Gakpo are the only two players retaining their starting roles from Liverpool’s 4-1 victory over Ipswich Town last weekend. Robertson is expected to take up a central defensive role, while Gakpo is set for an emotional return to his former club. Liverpool only need a point to officially claim first place in the league phase, but the team will aim to extend their impressive winning streak in Europe.
