This is only if Firmino does not play and while I think Klopp will probably just go with a like for like switch with Origi coming in, I wouldn't mind seeing something along the lines of this:
A few things to keep in mind when playing Barcelona:
- Messi cutting in, obviously
- One that many may forget: Jordi Alba on that left-hand side
- Coutinho cutting in
- Their high line
As Swab said, we need to pack the middle. Keita has the pace over short distances to help out with Messi cutting in. Wijnaldum is probably one of our most intelligent players tactically. He also drops back to defend and help out Robertson. Might come as a surprise to many, but he has played there for us before. He could also switch with Keita, one of them can move to the #10 if needed. A lot of options to switch it around with that midfield. Mane on the right to take advantage of Alba's position that leaves that right-hand side wide open to attack. Henderson to help Trent out with covering that right halfspace where Coutinho/Dembele will operate.
That team also has plenty of pace on the break and allows us to break forward with numbers, including Henderson, Wijnaldum, Keita, ... Who are all very good on the break. Also plenty of players on the pitch able to slow down the game and keep possession.
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