Team newsConfirmed Liverpool line-up v Southampton

The striker takes his place in the Reds’ line-up at Anfield, with Arne Slot rotating his squad for the fixture by making 11 changes.

Giovanni Leoni is handed a berth in defence to make his first appearance for the club, while Andy Roberston captains the side.

Liverpool: Mamardashvili, Gomez, Endo, Isak, Chiesa, Leoni, Jones, Robertson, Frimpong, Nyoni, Ngumoha.

Subs: Woodman, Kerkez, Bradley, Ekitike, Williams, Gordon, Morrison, Pilling, Danns.