Covid continues to cause havoc in the schedule with Liverpool’s trip to Arsenal now in doubt after further cases, while the first outgoing of the window was confirmed.
Arsenal semi-final in doubt due to COVID-19
There are serious doubts over Liverpool’s ability to fulfil Thursday’s fixture after further positive Covid cases within the first-team squad.
Training was cancelled on Tuesday but Kirkby remained open after what is a potential outbreak, although at the time of writing there has been ‘no formal application’ to postpone the game.
Liverpool would need to show they are not capable of naming 13 outfield players and a goalkeeper should they wish to ask for a postponement.
Jurgen Klopp, Alisson, Roberto Firmino and Joel Matip are all currently isolating after testing positive and will do so until Friday at the earliest for the Brazilian pair.
And should the first leg of the semi-final be off, the FA Cup tie against Shrewsbury on Sunday will also certainly be in doubt.
When there is further news on the matter, This Is Anfield will be sure to keep you in the know.
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Tweet of the day and match of the night
Never say never…
Rumours of no Liverpool goalkeepers being available vs. Arsenal. Time for James Milner to complete the set and play in the only position he hasn't yet.
— This Is Anfield (@thisisanfield) January 4, 2022
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