The striker was an unused substitute at the Etihad despite starting the last two Premier League games for Liverpool. Slot made a concerning admission about Jota's availability post-match on Sunday.

Liverpool team news confirmed from the Etihad as Arne Slot's Premier League leaders are hosted by Manchester City

Liverpool are preparing for a defining battle in their pursuit of Premier League glory as they lock horns with reigning champions Manchester City. This clash at the Etihad Stadium could significantly shape the title race, with both sides seeking a crucial three points to reinforce their ambitions.

Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah has been involved in more Premier League goals against Pep Guardiola’s Man City (since 2016-17) than any other player (13 – 8 goals, 5 assists). In fact, only Steven Gerrard (14) has been involved in more against the Citizens in the competition’s history (4 goals, 10 assists).

The Reds have seen their lead atop the Premier League shrink after dropping points twice in their last three games.

As Manchester City continue their rebuild in the summer there will be players who will depart the club to cater for new arrivals. That’s the nature of the beast, and as one cycle ends, another will

Plymouth began their FA Cup campaign with a 1-0 away win over Premier League side Brentford, despite only having 29 percent of the possession. Morgan Whittaker scored what was only one of two shots his team landed on target throughout the entire match, with just eight minutes plus stoppage time left to play.

Liverpool travels to Paris today to take on PSG in the Champions League Round of 16. Arne Slot faces calls in attack following a setback for Cody Gakpo.

In a stunning development, the formidable Norwegian striker, Erling Haaland, is not in Manchester City's squad, slated to confront League leaders Liverpool on Sunday.

With the ascension of Omar Marmoush, Mo Salah won’t be the only Egyptian star on the field when Liverpool clashes with City. After netting a hat trick against Newcastle in just 14 minutes, a firing Marmoush would certainly bring Guardiola a measure of relief, especially if Haaland remains compromised.