‘He is an option,’ Jurgen Klopp says of a possible Liverpool selection against Brentford.

Jurgen Klopp hinted at a potential lineup adjustment for Liverpool’s Premier League match against Brentford today. The team faces a shortage in the midfield due to multiple absences – Thiago Alcantara, Stefan Bajcetic, Curtis Jones, and Alexis Mac Allister are out due to injuries and suspensions.

Moreover, Ryan Gravenberch’s availability is uncertain owing to a minor knee issue, which could affect the options available for the midfield.

Klopp addressed the possibility of deploying Trent Alexander-Arnold in the midfield. While acknowledging Alexander-Arnold’s adaptability in that role, Klopp noted the significance of not sidelining one of the world’s best right-backs. The decision might depend on Gravenberch’s fitness and availability.

Assured starters include Dominik Szoboszlai, and given the existing absences, Wataru Endo might secure his first Premier League start since August. The involvement of Harvey Elliott could be contingent on Gravenberch’s recovery.

With these three starting, Klopp might face a scarcity of midfield options on the bench, potentially leading to Alexander-Arnold in the midfield and Joe Gomez on the right side of defense.

Alexander-Arnold has previously demonstrated versatility in an advanced role, being effectively used as an inverted full-back in recent seasons and showing strong performances in the midfield during England’s Euro 2024 qualifying campaign.

Klopp faces challenges in the lineup due to the unavailability of several key options but has a track record of managing such crises, likely strategizing extensively for the match.