Thiago Alcantara makes his way back into the Liverpool starting XI for Sunday’s outing at Elland Road against Leeds United.
Jordan Henderson drops down to the bench with the teenage sensation Harvey Elliott getting his third straight start in league action for Liverpool.
Skipper Jordan Henderson benched as Thiago returns
Jordan Henderson, who had started the 1-1 draw against Chelsea last time around, finds himself relegated to the bench with his spot in the centre of the park being taken by Thiago Alcantara.
The Spain international had been missing from the starting teamsheet early on in the new season with some concerns over his fitness levels, according to the rumour mill, but is back amongst the eleven taking the field today.
Jota comes in for the injured Roberto Firmino up front
Despite Liverpool being given the clearance to field Brazilian players ahead of the game on Sunday, Roberto Firmino remains an injury concern for Jurgen Klopp.
Replacing the 29-year-old is Diogo Jota who will be hoping to maintain his great form in front of the goal with two goals in three outings for the Portugal international.
Here is how both teams line up for today’s Premier League fixture:
Leeds United FC XI
📋 Your #LUFC Starting XI… pic.twitter.com/kTdJwEmUCB
— Leeds United (@LUFC) September 12, 2021
Liverpool FC XI
🚨 𝑻𝑬𝑨𝑴 𝑵𝑬𝑾𝑺 🚨
This is how we line up for #LEELIV today at Elland Road 👊
— Liverpool FC (@LFC) September 12, 2021
