Best Current Starting Eleven

Don't like the idea of Can in a DM role I'd much rather Gomez be nurtured there in front of a solid back 4, possibly with Leno in goal and Hummers & Sakho as a cb pairing despite both preferring left side I'm sure Hummels would adapt.

YNWA

can could be a good attacking MF.

Don't like the idea of Can in a DM role I'd much rather Gomez be nurtured there in front of a solid back 4, possibly with Leno in goal and Hummers & Sakho as a cb pairing despite both preferring left side I'm sure Hummels would adapt.

YNWA

We can wish

Possibly something like Mignolet; Clyne, Skrtel, Sakho, Moreno; Milner, Henderson; Coutinho, Firmino; Sturridge, Benteke.

Possibly something like Mignolet; Clyne, Skrtel, Sakho, Moreno; Milner, Henderson; Coutinho, Firmino; Sturridge, Benteke.

I'll second that for my vote. Not sure how to fit those into Klopp's 4-2-3-1 unless you were to tuck Studge into a CF type role just behind Benteke. Which probably wouldn't be too bad with Benteke's ability for knock downs, hold-up play, and flick ons.

Mignolet
Clyne Skrtel Sakho Moreno
Hendo Milner
Firmino Sturridge Coutinho
Benteke

However we shuffle the deck we have to find room for our 2 best strikers, Benteke and Sturridge and I'd like Ings given a decent amount of chances as well but probably more as a sub. Midfield we need the creativity of Couts and Firminio and the solidity of Lucas and Henderson. Defence needs to include Sakho, Clyne and Gomez, not sure who the 4th would be, probably still Skrtel, but only just.

I think I mentioned it in another thread that I would be tempted to try Coutinho in a deeper role next to Lucas as the DLPM, he just doesnt score enough goals as an attacking forward.

He loves to make those forward passes and can pick and run with the ball so a double pivot with Lucas and Coutinho to supply the attacking 4 in front.

Only issue might be in the big games would he have the discipline to help out Lucas as one of the two in front of the back 4?

I would go with
Miggs in goal
Skrtel/sakko clyne/moreno
Can/henderson lallana/coutinho
Ings/sturridge.

But what also could be exciting times for our farmed out players
Yesil/illori. Alberto/markovic to look at before commiting to more spending..
The future looks bright. Y.N.W.A

the manager names the captain, right?

so theoretically the captaincy is up for grabs again?

if so it's Sakho's time to shine.  show Klopp he deserves to be captain and lead the team.

the manager names the captain, right?

so theoretically the captaincy is up for grabs again?

if so it's Sakho's time to shine.  show Klopp he deserves to be captain and lead the team.

I would be surprised if he took it off hendo \ milner so soon.

I think we will still have Henderson and Milner as captain and vice captain but feel those jobs will be up for grabs after this season. Still think that Can will become more dominant in midfield under Klopps guidance.

Newby Here, Would be interested to See what your Starting eleven (Assuming all players are fit) in Klopp's Favoured 4-2-3-1 Formation....

I'd go with...

Mignolet

Clyne / Gomez / Sakho / Moreno

Henderson / Can

Firminho / Coutinho / Lallana

Ings

I know that means Leaving Sturridge out but feel ings would suit the pressing game better, as for Benteke, Not sure.....

Should Klopp try and get a formation to include 2 strikers???

Sturridge when fit is first choice all day long!!!

                 (GK)Mings                     


Clyne     skrtel     sakho      Moreno
                     
             Lucas
                      Henderson   

  Ibe           Countinho        Firmino
           
                 Sturridge

With the three AM interchanging  positions

On yesterday's evidence Skrtel and Milner struggled in Klopp's system.

Would give Lovren a chance next weekend I think he will be much improved under Klopp especially with greater protection from the players in front of him.

Would also drop Milner and bring in Firmino if he's fit.

                       Migs                     

Clyne    Lovren     Sakho      Moreno
                     
               Lucas
                             Can   

  Firmino     Coutinho      Lallana
           
                    Sturridge

Subs: Bogdan, Skrtel, Chirivella, Allen, Milner, Ibe, Origi

                     Migs                     

Clyne    Skrtel     Sakho      Moreno
                     
               Lucas   Can
                               
 Firmino     Henderson   Coutinho
           
                 Sturridge

I too think we'll see an improvement from Lovren in the coming weeks (hopefully). I'm a bit worried about Sturridge in Klopps system. With this 100mph football I've a sneaky feeling we're not going to see a lot of him. The boy is made of glass now god help him in this system. I've pushed Hendo into the No 10 role because, personally, I think he'll be wasted as a holding midfielder and he should be our version of Gotze.

As it stands now with long term injuries and knowing what formation he will play
Mignolet
Clyne
Skrtel
Sakai
Moreno

Can
Harderson

Couthino
Firmino
Milner

Sturridge

Don't think Lucas will remain a starter. I mean, he's a good purely defensive midfield, but lacks skills on passing and this is not the way football is being played today. You just can't have someone playing as a CM "just" tackling people around but not knowing what to do when is with the ball...

I'd choose:

Mignolet
Clyne
Skrtel
Sakai
Moreno

Can
Harderson

Couthino
Firmino

Sturridge
Benteke

Don't think Lucas will remain a starter. I mean, he's a good purely defensive midfield, but lacks skills on passing and this is not the way football is being played today. You just can't have someone playing as a CM "just" tackling people around but not knowing what to do when is with the ball...

Quite obviously you have never seen Lucas play, he is one of our best passers in midfield.

Don't think Lucas will remain a starter. I mean, he's a good purely defensive midfield, but lacks skills on passing and this is not the way football is being played today. You just can't have someone playing as a CM "just" tackling people around but not knowing what to do when is with the ball...

My friend!! Perhaps you are getting Lucas mixed up with Hendo, Milner or Can?

Quite obviously you have never seen Lucas play, he is one of our best passers in midfield.

I've seen Lucas playing since he was captain of Brazil Sub-20 squad. And I'm sorry that I wasn't clear.

What I meant to say is that you can't expect anything from him as an Offensive option. He won't assist, he won't be the guy shooting from outside of the box, he won't be the guy who sets the tone for the rest of team... I like him and acknowledge that he is a good passer, even though I don't expect him to be assisting, I just don't see him as a fit in Klopp's tactical system.

I've seen Lucas playing since he was captain of Brazil Sub-20 squad. And I'm sorry that I wasn't clear.

What I meant to say is that you can't expect anything from him as an Offensive option. He won't assist, he won't be the guy shooting from outside of the box, he won't be the guy who sets the tone for the rest of team... I like him and acknowledge that he is a good passer, even though I don't expect him to be assisting, I just don't see him as a fit in Klopp's tactical system.

Right ok I get where you are coming from and yes you are right he won't be doing any of those things as he is a pure DM and if we had the option of a Gundogan I'm sure Klopp would jump at the chance.

At the moment there are other issues within the team that need sorting before we dump Lucas and besides Can and Henderson when he is back will be carrying out the duties you mention.

I just feel like Can and Henderson would be a better fit, but, of course, Klopp might need to make adjustments because our defensive line just can't be dependable and a player with a more defensive set on the midfield might be better.

Anyone know if Firmino can play as the striker?
Then put Milner in one of the 3 beside Coutinho and Lallana.

Anyone know if Firmino can play as the striker?
Then put Milner in one of the 3 beside Coutinho and Lallana.

didnt someone say Firmino could play up front last night on the TV