๐๐จ๐ง๐๐ข๐ซ๐ฆ๐๐: Liverpoolโs Lineup Revealed vs Bournemouth โ One Key Player Missing.
Liverpool fans, the wait is over! Under Arne Slot, the Reds have officially confirmed their starting XI for tonightโs Premier League opener against Bournemouth at Anfield, and thereโs one shocking absence that has left supporters stunned.
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Liverpool Starting XI vs Bournemouth:
- Goalkeeper: Alisson Becker
- Defenders: Jeremie Frimpong, Ibrahima Konatรฉ, Virgil van Dijk, Milos Kerkez
- Midfielders: Alexis Mac Allister, Dominik Szoboszlai, Florian Wirtz
- Forwards: Mohamed Salah, Hugo Ekitike, Cody Gakpo
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Shocking Absence
The biggest talking point is Diogo Jota, who has been left out of the squad entirely. The forward, who has been a key attacking threat for Liverpool in recent seasons, is missing due to minor injury concerns, and Slot has decided not to risk him in the opener. Fans and pundits alike are now debating how this will affect Liverpoolโs attacking fluidity, especially against a Bournemouth side eager to start their season strongly.
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Other Notes:
- Florian Wirtz starts in midfield after recovering from a summer injury, giving Liverpool more creativity and balance.
- New signing Hugo Ekitike leads the frontline alongside Mohamed Salah and Cody Gakpo, signaling Slotโs intent to rotate and integrate fresh talent.
- Defensively, Jeremie Frimpong starts on the right flank, replacing an unavailable Joe Gomez, while Milos Kerkez covers the left.
