Liverpool Selection Tightens Ahead of Brentford Test
Liverpool travel to the Gtech Community Stadium this evening seeking stability and momentum after a difficult domestic spell. The comprehensive win over Eintracht Frankfurt in midweek provided a timely lift, yet the squad remains stretched by injury concerns. Arne Slot must weigh fitness, form and tactical balance as he finalises his Predicted Lineup for Brentford.
The title holders have endured an uncharacteristically unsettled run, falling to four consecutive defeats across competitions prior to the midweek response. This fixture offers an opportunity to rebuild confidence, but selection questions will influence Liverpool’s approach.
Injury Updates Affecting Team News
One major area of uncertainty concerns Alexander Isak. The record British signing has been gradually reintegrated following his one hundred and twenty five million pound move from Newcastle. He started for the second time in four days against Frankfurt, featuring alongside Hugo Ekitike for the first time. His outing lasted only forty five minutes after suffering a groin injury, with Slot frustrated at the lack of pre season preparation before his arrival.
Addressing the media on Friday, Slot said, “Alex, not too bad. Question mark for the weekend, so let’s see where he is.” Should Isak be unavailable, Ekitike will lead the line and look to build on his midweek performance. Mohamed Salah, left out of the starting eleven in Frankfurt and limited to a late cameo, is pushing for a return to the starting side as he seeks to rediscover his influence.
Midfield plans also hinge on Ryan Gravenberch. The Dutchman missed the trip to Germany after an ankle issue forced his withdrawal against Manchester United. Slot updated his status, saying, “He didn’t travel with us [to Frankfurt], so today we are in again. Yesterday we were in as well but we had a day to travel. Let’s see where he is today.”
Alexis Mac Allister is expected to start after featuring from the bench in Europe. He had worn protective headgear for much of the United fixture but appeared more comfortable without it in Frankfurt. Curtis Jones and Dominik Szoboszlai remain options to partner him, depending on Gravenberch’s readiness.
Defensive Adjustments and Key Positions
Liverpool’s defensive line will again be without Alisson. Giorgi Mamardashvili continues in goal as the Brazilian recovers from a hamstring issue. Slot confirmed, “Alisson is not in the squad tomorrow. That’s also going to take a little bit longer.”
Jeremie Frimpong’s own hamstring setback rules him out for several weeks. Slot said, “Jeremie is not in a good place. What I mean with that is he is definitely not going to play tomorrow or next week. [A] hamstring injury so that’s going to take a while.” Conor Bradley is expected to start at right back.
On the left, Andy Robertson’s return from the outset in Frankfurt strengthened his case for retention in the starting eleven. Milos Kerkez has had a testing run of form, and Robertson’s leadership may be favoured again. In central defence, Virgil van Dijk and Ibrahima Konate are likely to continue as the partnership.
Wataru Endo returned to the squad in midweek following a knock, offering depth if required. Young defender Giovanni Leoni remains sidelined as he recovers from anterior cruciate ligament surgery.
Predicted Liverpool Line Up vs Brentford
Florian Wirtz, a one hundred and sixteen million pound arrival, hopes to retain his starting place and ignite his Liverpool career. His creativity between the lines could prove valuable against a well organised Brentford side.
Predicted Liverpool XI (4-2-3-1): Mamardashvili, Bradley, Konate, Van Dijk, Robertson, Mac Allister, Jones, Salah, Szoboszlai, Gakpo, Ekitike
Injured: Frimpong, Alisson, Leoni
Doubts: Isak, Gravenberch
Kick off: 8pm BST, Saturday 25 October 2025
Venue: Gtech Community Stadium, London
How to Watch: TNT Sports
Liverpool hold the chance to set the pace for the weekend’s title race narrative. A composed performance and three points would place pressure on rivals, offering a clear sign of recovery and intent.
