Liverpool XI vs Brentford: Predicted lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for Premier League game today | OneFootball

Arne Slot has fresh fitness concern as Reds look to extend title lead in west London

Liverpool could be without Diogo Jota against Brentford today, though Luis Diaz is expected to be fit.

However, Jota is now a doubt to face Brentford, having missed training on Thursday with a new knock sustained against Forest.

"There is no doubt about the fact Jota is an important player for us, but he wasn't on the training ground yesterday so that means we have to see today where he is,” Slot said at his pre-match press conference on Friday.

"So, it is not sure he will be available for tomorrow. We have to wait and see today.

"He felt a little bit when he came in [at Forest], a little niggle during the half-hour he came in. He could finish the game, but afterwards he complained a bit about it and that's why he didn't train yesterday.

"We have to wait and see if he is available today and then, of course, tomorrow."

Darwin Nunez is back from suspension for the clash at the Gtech Community Stadium and will hope Jota’s potential absence gives him a chance to lead the line.

Diaz missed training on Thursday due to a sore throat but that is not expected to keep him out of Saturday’s match.

Joe Gomez (hamstring) remains sidelined and Slot confirmed this week that the England defender is not close to making a return.

Predicted Liverpool XI: Alisson; Alexander-Arnold, Konate, Van Dijk, Robertson; Mac Allister, Gravenberch; Salah, Szoboszlai, Gakpo; Diaz

Injured: Gomez

Doubt: Jota

Time and date: 3pm GMT on Saturday January 18, 2025

Venue: Gtech Community Stadium