{"id":686057,"date":"2026-01-10T05:19:13","date_gmt":"2026-01-10T05:19:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/686057\/"},"modified":"2026-01-10T05:19:13","modified_gmt":"2026-01-10T05:19:13","slug":"arne-slot-plots-attacking-revamp-as-liverpool-made-to-sweat-over-conor-bradley","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/686057\/","title":{"rendered":"Arne Slot plots attacking revamp as Liverpool made to sweat over Conor Bradley"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Arne Slot could make a number of changes to his side when Liverpool host Barnsley in the FA Cup<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/0_GettyImages-2235049185.jpg\" alt=\"Federico Chiesa and Rio Ngumoha of Liverpool during a training session at AXA Training Centre\" loading=\"eager\"  \/><\/p>\n<p aria-label=\"Federico Chiesa and Rio Ngumoha of Liverpool during a training session at AXA Training Centre\" class=\"ImageCaption_caption-title__ccyQU\" data-testid=\"caption-title\">Federico Chiesa and Rio Ngumoha of Liverpool during a training session at AXA Training Centre(Image: 2025 Liverpool FC)<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">Liverpool clinched an impressive point on the road against Arsenal on Thursday as they fought out a 0-0 draw at the Emirates. The better side on the night despite a number of absentees, the stalemate saw Arne Slot\u2019s men tighten their grip on a place in the top four.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">The Reds are back in action on Monday as attention turns to the <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.liverpoolecho.co.uk\/all-about\/fa-cup\" target=\"\" aria-label=\"\" rel=\"follow noopener\" tabindex=\"0\">FA Cup<\/a>, with League One Barnsley the visitors to <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.liverpoolecho.co.uk\/all-about\/anfield\" target=\"\" aria-label=\"\" rel=\"follow noopener\" tabindex=\"0\">Anfield<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\"><a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.liverpoolecho.co.uk\/all-about\/arne-slot\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" rel=\"follow noopener\" tabindex=\"0\">Arne Slot<\/a> will likely have to make at least one change after <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.liverpoolecho.co.uk\/all-about\/conor-bradley\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" rel=\"follow noopener\" tabindex=\"0\">Conor Bradley<\/a> was <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.liverpoolecho.co.uk\/sport\/football\/football-news\/liverpool-arsenal-martinelli-bradley-neville-33196102\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" rel=\"follow noopener\" tabindex=\"0\">stretchered off late on against Arsenal with a serious-looking injury. <\/a>Speaking after the final whistle, the <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.liverpoolecho.co.uk\/all-about\/liverpool-fc\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" rel=\"follow noopener\" tabindex=\"0\">Liverpool <\/a>head coach admitted he feared the worst.<\/p>\n<p>READ MORE: <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.liverpoolecho.co.uk\/sport\/football\/football-news\/virgil-van-dijk-blasts-gabriel-33199246\" data-tmdatatrack=\"read-more\" data-tmdatatrack-articleid=\"33199246\" data-tmdatatrack-source=\"editorial\" tabindex=\"0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Virgil van Dijk blasts Gabriel Martinelli after Conor Bradley Liverpool injury &#8211; &#8216;Doesn&#8217;t look great&#8217;<\/a>READ MORE: <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.liverpoolecho.co.uk\/sport\/football\/football-news\/liverpool-arsenal-neville-penalty-var-33195988\" data-tmdatatrack=\"read-more\" data-tmdatatrack-articleid=\"33195988\" data-tmdatatrack-source=\"editorial\" tabindex=\"0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Liverpool handed Florian Wirtz penalty verdict after Arsenal decision<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">In truth, the Dutchman is likely planning a number of changes. But with Bradley by no means the Reds\u2019 only absentee, it remains to be seen if Slot will turn to the Academy to complete his squad or instead select a more senior quota.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">Ahead of the game,<a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.liverpoolecho.co.uk\/\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" rel=\"follow noopener\" tabindex=\"0\"> the ECHO<\/a> takes a look at the changes Liverpool could make as their FA Cup journey gets underway\u2026<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"Strong_strong__e2x35\">Giorgi in goal as Robbo returns<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\"><a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.liverpoolecho.co.uk\/all-about\/giorgi-mamardashvili\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" rel=\"follow noopener\" tabindex=\"0\">Giorgi Mamardashvili <\/a>could start in goal against Barnsley, while <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.liverpoolecho.co.uk\/all-about\/andy-robertson\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" rel=\"follow noopener\" tabindex=\"0\">Andy Robertson<\/a> is in line to come in at left-back and captain the Reds.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">Should Slot wish to rest both Virgil van Dijk and Ibrahima Konate, <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.liverpoolecho.co.uk\/all-about\/joe-gomez\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" rel=\"follow noopener\" tabindex=\"0\">Joe Gomez <\/a>will come in at centre-back, with Wellity Lucky, Amara Nallo and Carter Pinnington perhaps vying to partner him.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">Bradley\u2019s injury could force Slot\u2019s hand at right-back, though, with Jeremie Frimpong the only available natural senior option.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">Should Liverpool wish not to risk him, given the likely need for the Dutchman in the position going forward, Calvin Ramsay could come in for a rare start.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">Alternatively, Curtis Jones is also a makeshift option after being left unused against Arsenal, while Josh Davidson and Luke Chambers offer more youthful options in defence.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"Strong_strong__e2x35\">Trey\u2019s time to shine<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">In truth, <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.liverpoolecho.co.uk\/all-about\/curtis-jones\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" rel=\"follow noopener\" tabindex=\"0\">Jones<\/a> is more likely to line up in his favoured midfield position after remaining on the bench at the Emirates.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">Trey Nyoni is also well-placed to come in for a start and could be given a chance to shine, either in a deeper midfield role or at number 10.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">Ryan Gravenberch could be rested, with Alexis Mac Allister perhaps more likely to be retained if Slot opts for a more senior feel to his side, given he has found himself in and out of the starting XI in recent weeks.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">Liverpool will likely be without Wataru Endo, though, with the Japanese having missed the past month with an ankle injury.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">Stefan Bajcetic is not yet fit to return, but further options include Michael Laffey and Tommy Pilling.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"Strong_strong__e2x35\">Chiesa comes in<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\"><a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.liverpoolecho.co.uk\/all-about\/federico-chiesa\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" rel=\"follow noopener\" tabindex=\"0\">Federico Chiesa<\/a> will fancy his chances of getting a rare start against Barnsley, having been left unused against Arsenal, with the Italian capable of lining up anywhere in the front four.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">Like Nyoni, <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.liverpoolecho.co.uk\/all-about\/rio-ngumoha\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" rel=\"follow noopener\" tabindex=\"0\">Rio Ngumoha<\/a> is well-placed to be handed a start and could be given the nod on the left-wing.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">Having only recently returned from injury, Slot must decide whether to hand <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.liverpoolecho.co.uk\/all-about\/cody-gakpo\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" rel=\"follow noopener\" tabindex=\"0\">Cody Gakpo<\/a> more minutes or instead rest the Dutchman. If it is the former, like Chiesa, he is capable of lining up anywhere in attack.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\"><a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.liverpoolecho.co.uk\/all-about\/hugo-ekitike\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" rel=\"follow noopener\" tabindex=\"0\">Hugo Ekitike <\/a>has missed Liverpool\u2019s last two matches with a hamstring injury, and it remains to be seen if he will be available to face the Tykes.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">The likes of Trent Kone-Doherty and Kieran Morrison could also come into contention if Slot turns to the Reds\u2019 academy, though Jayden Danns remains sidelined by injury.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">Will Wright is also potentially an option in attack if required, at least on the bench, after recently returning from injury for the Under-21s, while Keyrol Figueroa could also come into contention if Slot does opt to name a younger-looking squad.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Arne Slot could make a number of changes to his side when Liverpool host Barnsley in the FA&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":686058,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[8815],"tags":[33159,748,22690,8928,8929,393,22276,9425,4884,5759,14207,179,763,61654,16,15],"class_list":{"0":"post-686057","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-liverpool","8":"tag-andy-robertson","9":"tag-britain","10":"tag-cody-gakpo","11":"tag-conor-bradley","12":"tag-curtis-jones","13":"tag-england","14":"tag-federico-chiesa","15":"tag-giorgi-mamardashvili","16":"tag-great-britain","17":"tag-hugo-ekitike","18":"tag-joe-gomez","19":"tag-liverpool","20":"tag-liverpool-fc","21":"tag-rio-ngumoha","22":"tag-uk","23":"tag-united-kingdom"},"share_on_mastodon":{"url":"https:\/\/pubeurope.com\/@uk\/115869120156411029","error":""},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/686057","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=686057"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/686057\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/686058"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=686057"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=686057"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=686057"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}