Positive news for Liverpool this week as Thiago, James Milner and Xherdan Shaqiri all returned to first-team training. Klopp’s deck is beginning to rejuvenate after persevering over the last month.Triple boost for #LFC as Thiago, Shaqiri and Milner all involved in today's session. Klopp had said he expected to have the trio back full training this week. Injury crisis easing. Perfect timing going into the festive schedule.
— James Pearce (@JamesPearceLFC) December 23, 2020
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Here’s how we should line up:
The Reds travel to Newcastle on New Year’s Eve which could see some players rested, but there should be no changes to the back five which started against the Eagles.
The captain is looking better every game after another commanding performance from the six. Curtis Jones and Wijnaldum complete the midfield trio but a selection headache is beginning to loom with Naby Keita, James Milner and Thiago all competing for minutes.
It’s too early to start Thiago after returning, but it would be unsurprising to see the former Bayern Munich man get some minutes before starting the next game. The Spain international is a dangerous option should Klopp’s side struggle to find a way through Allardyce’s bus.
The main front three should start after Roberto Firmino put on his best display of the season. Sadio Mane will be keen to continue his scoring form after breaking his mini drought while Mo Salah looked unplayable.
Big Sam will need time to organise his new squad which means it’s a good time to play West Brom. The Reds’ current form should be too much for the Baggies to deal with.
Score prediction: Liverpool 3 – 0 West Brom
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