Liverpool have a seismic clash in the Premier League title race when they welcome Arsenal to Anfield on Saturday (17.30 GMT).
The Reds sit a point behind Mikel Arteta's side in the table. Indeed, plenty of supporters are surprised that Jurgen Klopp's side are second in the table after a significant summer overhaul. A return to the top four was the chief aim for Liverpool - yet find themselves in the battle for silverware. Performances have been slightly underwhelming of late, with the Reds being held to a meek 0-0 draw against Manchester United last weekend.
However, Liverpool remain unbeaten at Anfield and it was a 2-2 draw against Arsenal last season that sparked a run of nine matches unbeaten and yielded a fifth-place finish.
The Gunners earned a 2-0 win over Brighton and Hove Albion last weekend to leapfrog the Reds into top spot. An exciting battle is set to ensure, although both outfits have injury problems heading into the showdown. Here's an early look at the injury front.
1. Arsenal vs Liverpool team news. (Photo by John Powell/Liverpool FC via Getty Images)
Arsenal vs Liverpool team news. (Photo by John Powell/Liverpool FC via Getty Images)
2. Jurrien Timber - out
The summer signing from Ajax suffered a serious knee injury on his Premier League debut in August and has been sidelined since.
3. Fabio Vieira - out
A groin injury has meant the midfielder has been absent since November.
4. Thomas Partey - out
The midfielder was back in Arsenal training but Arteta admitted earlier this week that Partey has had a setback.