Liverpool are gearing up to face Nottingham Forest, but two players have already been ruled out of the squad for the game. One of them is Darwin Núñez, who is serving a suspension following his red card in our last league match. Despite two cup fixtures taking place since, the ban carries over to this trip to the City Ground.
Ahead of the match, training images were shared on liverpoolfc.com, showing all the players preparing for the game. Among them was Jayden Danns, who might get another opportunity to showcase his talent against Nottingham Forest.
The 18-year-old made a strong impression during a cameo appearance against Accrington Stanley, scoring his third goal in two substitute appearances in the FA Cup. With momentum on his side, this could be a great chance for him to make an impact again.
With Núñez unavailable, Liverpool’s likely starting front three will consist of Luis Díaz, Cody Gakpo, and Mo Salah. However, a spot on the bench for Danns would be a well-earned reward for his recent performances. Some fans have even suggested giving the academy graduate more game time, and this match offers an opportunity to experiment without making major changes.
Manager Arne Slot, impressed by the younger players in his squad, knows the importance of rewarding strong performances with opportunities. Whether or not this is the case for Danns on Tuesday night remains to be seen, but the Scouser will be eager to make an impression if called upon.
