Uncertainty hangs over Liverpool squad
Liverpool head into Sunday’s meeting with Arsenal at Anfield with three players listed as unavailable and another facing a late fitness test. Dominik Szoboszlai, Jeremie Frimpong and Hugo Ekitike are all reported to be out for the 4.30pm UK kick-off, according to the latest availability information cited in the injury report.
The position is not yet completely settled. Munoz is listed as a 25 per cent doubt, leaving his involvement uncertain ahead of the weekend fixture. The report also says a media conference at 1.30pm on Friday is expected to provide greater clarity on Szoboszlai’s status. Until that update, Liverpool supporters are left with an incomplete picture of the side that may take on one of the Premier League’s leading opponents.
“Saka is the bigger loss for Arsenal.”
Arsenal will also arrive with notable absences. Bukayo Saka is listed as out after suffering a quad injury during the club’s match at Bayern Munich. One cited report says the forward could face six to eight weeks on the sidelines, while the Fantasy Premier League information still gives no confirmed return date. William Saliba is also listed as unavailable with a back problem and is not expected to return until after the November international break, according to the same update.
Arsenal’s own fitness concerns
Arsenal’s injury and suspension picture contains several points that remain subject to confirmation. Dowman is listed as out after being sent off for violent conduct during the Carabao Cup defeat at Fleetwood Town. The Fantasy Premier League information records a suspension running until 29 November. However, the report notes that Arsenal had been appealing the decision, with Sky Sports previously indicating that a ruling was expected before Sunday. A later account cited in the report says the appeal had been rejected.
| Player | Reported position | Issue |
|---|---|---|
| Dominik Szoboszlai | Uncertain | Further update expected at Friday’s media conference |
| Jeremie Frimpong | Listed out | Injury information |
| Hugo Ekitike | Listed out | Injury information |
| Munoz | Doubtful | Given a 25 per cent chance of playing |
Rice and Calafiori remain possible
Arsenal’s midfield could still include Declan Rice, although his availability is being monitored after he was substituted in the 2-0 win over Everton. He is marked at 75 per cent in the Fantasy Premier League information. Another cited report says there is no indication of a serious problem, but the available material stops short of confirming that he will play at Anfield.
Riccardo Calafiori is carrying a hip issue, described by Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta as “very small” in the report. Noni Madueke missed the Fleetwood match with an ankle problem, while the position regarding Tzolis is less clear. The listed return date of 1 November comes from an older update dated 2 October, meaning it is treated cautiously rather than as a firm indication of selection.
What Liverpool supporters know
For Liverpool, the immediate concern is whether the reported absences leave the team without three players for a major home fixture, and whether Szoboszlai can yet be cleared to take part. The information currently comes from availability listings and media reports rather than a complete confirmed team sheet. That means the Friday update will be important for separating provisional injury information from the final match position.
- Kick-off: 4.30pm UK time on Sunday
- Venue: Anfield
- Liverpool-listed absentees: Szoboszlai, Frimpong and Ekitike
- Uncertain for Liverpool: Munoz, with Szoboszlai’s position also awaiting clarification
- Arsenal-listed absentees: Saka, Saliba and Dowman
With both clubs carrying significant selection questions, the final team news will shape the build-up at Anfield. Liverpool supporters should expect the clearest indication of Szoboszlai’s position after the scheduled media conference, while Arsenal’s appeal outcome and the latest checks on Rice and Calafiori will also matter before the two sides meet.
