Liverpool are set to face Atletico Madrid in their opening Champions League encounter of the campaign on Wednesday evening at Anfield.
The fixture will see both clubs contending with notable absentees as they begin their respective European journeys.
Andoni Iraola, who claimed his inaugural victory as Liverpool’s manager following last Friday’s 2-0 Premier League triumph over Ipswich Town, continues to manage without several first-team regulars during the opening phase of the season.
Cody Gakpo poses a significant concern for the home side after failing to participate in training sessions.
The Netherlands international has made a strong start to the campaign, contributing one goal and three assists while forming an effective partnership with Alexander Isak.
His potential absence would represent a considerable setback for Iraola’s side.
Hugo Ekitike remains unavailable for the long term as the forward continues his rehabilitation from a serious Achilles injury sustained in April.
Conor Bradley also occupies long-term absentee status, with the right-back still recovering from a knee problem suffered in January.
Giovanni Leoni is progressing through the latter stages of his recovery from a knee injury sustained in September of the previous year.
Joe Gomez has returned to first-team training and is available for selection after spending six weeks sidelined with a muscle issue.
Federico Chiesa has yet to appear for Liverpool this term and has not been included in the club’s Champions League squad registration.
Wataru Endo similarly misses out on the European roster for selection purposes.
Atletico Madrid approach the fixture with their own selection difficulties under manager Diego Simeone.
Striker Alexander Sorloth will not feature due to a muscle injury.
Arnau Ortiz serves a suspension following his dismissal during his most recent European appearance, which occurred in a UEFA Conference League qualifying match dating back to August 2024.
The encounter is scheduled for September 9 at Anfield.
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