LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Saturday, September 26, 2015: Liverpool's Mamadou Sakho and Emre Can arrive at Anfield before the Premier League match against Aston Villa. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Confirmed Liverpool lineup vs. Aston Villa – Sturridge and Ings start up front

Liverpool host Aston Villa at Anfield this afternoon (3pm BST kick-off), looking for their first win in seven games.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Saturday, October 26, 2013: Liverpool's manager Brendan Rodgers before the Premiership match against West Bromwich Albion at Anfield. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Graphic: Brendan Rodgers’ Complete Liverpool Record

Impressive graphic showing all of Brendan Rodgers’ games in charge of Liverpool FC.

Video: Brendan Rodgers’ pre-Villa press conference

Under pressure Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers previews Saturday’s match against Aston Villa.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Monday, August 17, 2015: Liverpool's manager Brendan Rodgers during the Premier League match against AFC Bournemouth at Anfield. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Rodgers: “My time here has been enjoyable and I hope it continues to be that”

Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers admits he is never complacent enough to think his job is safe.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Sunday, September 20, 2015: Liverpool's Danny Ings looks dejected after the 1-1 draw with Norwich City during the Premier League match at Anfield. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Brendan Rodgers: Danny Ings will “develop into a top-class striker”

After seeing his summer signing score two goals in his last two games, Brendan Rodgers has praised Danny Ings’ contribution at Liverpool.

Brendan Rodgers discusses Liverpool future: “I hope to be here for a long time”

Brendan Rodgers has quashed speculation that he is to be sacked as Liverpool manager, saying “I hope to be here for a long period.”

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Wednesday, September 23, 2015: Liverpool's Dejan Lovren goes down with an injury during the Football League Cup 3rd Round match against Carlisle United at Anfield. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Dejan Lovren expected to miss two months with ankle ligament injury

Liverpool defender Dejan Lovren faces two months out after suffering an ankle ligament injury against Carlisle United.

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Jurgen Klopp issues come and get me message to Liverpool?

Reports on Thursday suggest Jurgen Klopp would cut short his sabbatical to take over at Anfield

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Wednesday, September 23, 2015: Liverpool's goalkeeper Adam Bogdan celebrates after his saves in the penalty shoot out sealed a 3-2 victory after a 1-1 draw against Carlisle United during the Football League Cup 3rd Round match at Anfield. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

“Villa game is massive” – Adam Bogdan understands frustration of Liverpool fans

Adam Bogdan admits the players are well aware of the growing discontent among fans but insists they are doing all they can to turn things around.

Video: Gary McAllister reflects on Liverpool 1-1 Carlisle

Watch what first-team coach Gary McAllister had to say following Liverpool’s narrow League Cup success over Carlisle.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Wednesday, September 23, 2015: Liverpool's manager Brendan Rodgers and first team coach Gary McAllister pick the penalty takers as goalkeeping coach John Achterberg speaks with goalkeeper Adam Bogdan after the 1-1 extra time draw against Carlisle United during the Football League Cup 3rd Round match at Anfield. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

McAllister: Penalty win can pull Liverpool together

Liverpool first-team coach Gary McAllister hopes the penalty shoot-out win over League Two Carlisle will be a turning point in a difficult start to the season.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Wednesday, September 23, 2015: Liverpool's goalkeeper Adam Bogdan makes a save in the 3-2 penalty shoot-out victory over Carlisle United during the Football League Cup 3rd Round match at Anfield. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

“Embarrassing” – Liverpool fans react to penalty shootout win against Carlisle

Following Liverpool’s penalty shootout triumph over Carlisle in the League Cup, we bring you the best of the fan reaction from the game.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Wednesday, September 23, 2015: Liverpool's goalkeeper Adam Bogdan celebrates after his saves in the penalty shoot out sealed a 3-2 victory after a 1-1 draw against Carlisle United during the Football League Cup 3rd Round match at Anfield. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Liverpool 1-1 Carlisle (Liverpool win 3-2 on penalties): Bogdan spares Reds’ blushes

Liverpool beat Carlisle 3-2 on penalties in the League Cup third round on Wednesday night, but it was an extremely poor night on Merseyside.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Wednesday, September 23, 2015: Liverpool's Joe Allen in action against Carlisle United's Bastien Hery during the Football League Cup 3rd Round match at Anfield. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

LIVE: Liverpool vs. Carlisle United – Follow the Reds’ League Cup tie here

Liverpool take on Carlisle United in tonight’s League Cup clash, with the Reds desperate for a win. We’re live to bring you the latest.

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - Saturday, September 12, 2015: Liverpool's Danny Ings in action against Manchester United during the Premier League match at Old Trafford. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Confirmed Liverpool lineup vs. Carlisle United: Six changes as Danny Ings starts

After scoring in Sunday’s 1-1 draw with Norwich, Danny Ings is named in a much-changed XI for Liverpool’s League Cup clash with Carlisle.

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - Saturday, September 12, 2015: Liverpool's Christian Benteke celebrates scoring the first goal against Manchester United during the Premier League match at Old Trafford. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Christian Benteke to miss next fortnight with hamstring injury

Christian Benteke will be out for around two weeks with the hamstring injury suffered in the draw with Norwich City at the weekend.

AC Milan's Mario Balotelli in action against Liverpool during the International Champions Cup Group B match at the Bank of America Stadium on day thirteen of the club's USA Tour. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Video: Mario Balotelli strikes to show he can be AC Milan loan hit

Mario Balotelli believes he has started proving his doubters wrong after scoring the first goal of his second spell with AC Milan.

MADRID, SPAIN - Tuesday, November 4, 2014: Real Madrid's head coach Carlo Ancelotti during the UEFA Champions League Group B match against Liverpool at the Estadio Santiago Bernabeu. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

“World class”, “would attract top players” – Liverpool fans react to Carlo Ancelotti rumours

Following reports linking Carlo Ancelotti with replacing Brendan Rodgers as Liverpool manager, here’s how the fans are reacting.

MADRID, SPAIN - Tuesday, November 4, 2014: Real Madrid's head coach Carlo Ancelotti during the UEFA Champions League Group B match against Liverpool at the Estadio Santiago Bernabeu. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Liverpool deny Carlo Ancelotti approach

Liverpool have moved quickly to deny they have approached former AC Milan and Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti.

MADRID, SPAIN - Tuesday, November 4, 2014: Real Madrid's head coach Carlo Ancelotti during the UEFA Champions League Group B match against Liverpool at the Estadio Santiago Bernabeu. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Reports: Liverpool contact Carlo Ancelotti

Liverpool have approached former Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti about the possibility of replacing Brendan Rodgers at Anfield.

WIDNES, ENGLAND - Sunday, April 26, 2015: Liverpool Ladies' manager Matt Beard before the FA Women's Super League match against Manchester City at the Halton Stadium. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

LFC Ladies head coach Matt Beard to leave the club at end of the season

Liverpool FC Ladies head coach Matt Beard is to leave the club at the end of the season, joining US-based Boston Breakers.

Video: Gary McAllister previews Liverpool vs. Carlisle

Liverpool first-team coach Gary McAllister attended the pre-match press conference ahead of Liverpool vs. Carlisle United in the League Cup.

Gary McAllister on Liverpool vs. Carlisle: We want some stability in the shape and style

Gary McAllister believes Liverpool’s players should be thriving under the growing pressure at Anfield.

LONDON, ENGLAND - Wednesday, December 10, 2014: Sporting Clube de Portugal's William Carvalho in action against Chelsea during the final UEFA Champions League Group G match at Stamford Bridge. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Rumour Mill: Liverpool linked again with £25m defensive midfielder

Has Brendan Rodgers finally realised the need for a defensive midfielder?

LONDON, ENGLAND - Monday, August 24, 2015: Liverpool's Lucas Leiva tackles Arsenal's Aaron Ramsey during the Premier League match at the Emirates Stadium. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Lucas Leiva: “I never wanted to leave Liverpool”

Lucas Leiva has pinpointed Liverpool’s 0-0 draw with Arsenal in August as the game that saved his career, saying “I never wanted to leave.”

Liverpool owners FSG “warned against hiring” Jurgen Klopp

A move to replace Brendan Rodgers with Jurgen Klopp may be unlikely after Liverpool’s owners were “warned against hiring” the German.

ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - Monday, July 20, 2015: Liverpool's Divock Origi in action against Adelaide United during a preseason friendly match at the Adelaide Oval on day eight of the club's preseason tour. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Rumour Mill: Divock Origi could leave Liverpool on loan in January

After a slow start to the 2015/16 season, Liverpool striker Divock Origi could leave the club on loan in January, reports claim.

ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - Sunday, July 19, 2015: Liverpool's Lazar Markovic during a training session at Coopers Stadium ahead of a preseason friendly match against Adelaide United on day seven of the club's preseason tour. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Lazar Markovic claims assist on “brilliant” first Fenerbahce start

Making his first start for Turkish side Fenerbahce on Sunday, Lazar Markovic capped an impressive all-round display with an assist.

LFC Loan Watch: Luis Alberto nets two in two, while Ryan Kent “runs the show”

We take a look at how Liverpool’s loanees performed for their temporary clubs this week, including a starring La Liga role for Luis Alberto.