Liverpool new boys Thiago Alcantara and Diogo Jota could both start against Lincoln on Thursday. The recent additions could also be joined by 19-year-old centre-back Rhys Williams in the starting XI as Jurgen Klopp looks to freshen up his side between the win over Chelsea and visit of Arsenal.
Thiago came off the bench at Stamford Bridge and broke a Premier League passing record in the 2-0 victory, while Jota signed in a deal worth £41m from Wolves earlier that weekend.
Liverpool assistant Pep Lijnders has spoken about both players before their cup test, and hinted that they will play a part as Klopp’s side look to book a fourth round tie against the Gunners.When asked if Thiago was too important to feature, Lijnders disagreed and said:.
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