Liverpool are currently enjoying their Premier League winter break - and their position at the summit of the table remains intact.
Manchester City have closed the gap to two points after they earned a dramatic 3-2 victory over Newcastle United last weekend, while Aston Villa were held to a 0-0 draw against Everton and missed out on moving joint-top.
Jurgen Klopp and his Reds squad have enjoyed some much-needed respite. They'll reassemble at the AXA Training Centre later this week as their attention will turn to a trip to AFC Bournemouth on Sunday (16.30 GMT). Liverpool do have several players currently injured that Klopp will be desperate to get back and ensure their title charge does not hit the buffers.
Ahead of the Bournemouth clash, here's the latest on the fitness front.
9. Thiago Alcantara - miscle
After making his first appearance in nine months at Arsenal following a hip complaint, Thiago suffered wretched luck and was consigned back to the treatment table. Potential return game: N/A | Liverpool FC via Getty Images
10. Stefan Bajcetic - growing pains
The Reds have been cautious with the 19-year-old given the nature of his injury. Klopp recently said it’ll be sooner rather than later before Bajcetic, who enjoyed a breakthrough season in 2022-23, is back for Liverpool. Potential return game: N/A | Liverpool FC via Getty Images
11. Joel Matip - knee
The defender continues his rehabilitation after requiring surgery in December. There’s no time frame on when Matip could be back, with some fears he might not play again this season. Potential return game: N/A | Getty Images
12. Ben Doak - knee
The 18-year-old winger has to go under the knife in December and he’s not expected to be back in the near future. Potential return game: N/A | Liverpool FC via Getty Images