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Here’s how we should line up:
Rhys Williams returns to the side with Nat Phillips not registered in the Champions League. While Matip is back in training, the Cameroonian’s injury record indicates Klopp should be cautious of starting the defender right away.Kostas Tsimikas is a good option to start with mindfulness of an impending clash with Manchester City coming up. Robertson and Alexander-Arnold have played a lot of minutes in recent weeks.Reports suggest James Milner didn’t take part in training but was present at Melwood – this could mean the veteran was in a recovery session ahead of a start or is injured and won’t be involved. Experience is vital against tricky sides and a midfield of Henderson, Milner and Keita should cope well with Atalanta’s style.Jota and Shaqiri are rewarded for good performances and should be deployed either side of Takumi Minamino. A rest for the front three is potentially risky, but the Reds are in a comfortable position after a perfect start in Group D.I’m expecting a close game which could see the Reds under pressure in spells, but Liverpool should have enough for the three points with the likes of Salah and Mane available from the bench if needed.Score prediction: Atalanta 1 – 2 Liverpool How does Paul think Liverpool will line up? Check out the Starting XI Prediction Show below!
