Liverpool’s Premier League title aspirations took a major blow after a disappointing 2-0 defeat to rivals Everton in the Merseyside Derby at Goodison Park. Former Liverpool captain Jamie Carragher was particularly critical of Darwin Nunez’s performance, questioning whether the Uruguayan striker has a future at the club after two seasons of underwhelming finishing. Carragher believes that Nunez may not be capable of providing the cutting edge required to win major trophies.
Jurgen Klopp is considering recalling Darwin Nunez and Mohamed Salah to his starting lineup for Wednesday’s Merseyside derby against Everton. The Liverpool manager’s hand may have been forced after it was confirmed that fellow forward Diogo Jota would miss the next two weeks of action with a hip injury. With Jota out, Klopp could opt for a front three of Salah, Nunez, and Cody Gakpo. The Toffees will be looking to continue their recent good form, having won their last two Premier League matches. However, Liverpool will be confident of victory, having won their last three games in all competitions.
Liverpool and Everton are set to clash in a key English Premier League match on Wednesday. Liverpool (22-8-3) hold a slim one-point lead over Manchester City (23-8-2) with seven games remaining in the season. Everton (10-8-15) are just five points clear of the relegation zone and will be looking to avoid being dragged into a battle for survival. Liverpool are the heavy favorites to win the match, but Everton have shown signs of improvement in recent weeks and will be hoping to cause an upset.
Jurgen Klopp may recall Darwin Nunez and Mohamed Salah for Liverpool’s final Merseyside derby of his tenure. Diogo Jota’s hip injury has forced Klopp’s hand, with the Portuguese forward expected to miss two weeks of action. Klopp has emphasized the importance of fresh legs amidst Liverpool’s hectic schedule, which saw Alexis Mac Allister, Dominik Szoboszlai, and Ibrahima Konate benched against Fulham. Salah and other key players are likely to start the derby at Goodison Park on Wednesday, April 24, 2024.
