Liverpool are set to welcome back Dominik Szoboszlai from suspension when they face Leeds on New Year's Day, but head coach Arne Slot will still be missing several key players for the Reds' first match of 2026. The Dutchman has had to rely on a relatively inexperienced bench in recent weeks, with youngsters Rio Ngumoha, Trey Nyoni and Wellity Lucky joining the likes of Calvin Ramsay and Freddie Woodman to fill the squad.
Although Liverpool saw the return of Cody Gakpo from injury in their win over Wolves last weekend, and Conor Bradley was deemed fit enough for a place on the bench despite an earlier knock against Tottenham, Slot's squad remains thin.
As a result, the Reds' boss is likely to be without five senior players for Leeds' visit to Anfield on Thursday.
Giovanni Leoni is out for the season following ACL surgery after an injury on his debut in September, while Alexander Isak is also a long-term casualty, having fractured his leg while scoring against Spurs earlier this month.
Liverpool will also miss Mohamed Salah for at least two more games as he aids Egypt in progressing to the knockout stages of the Africa Cup of Nations.
Wataru Endo's participation remains uncertain after missing the Reds' last four matches due to an ankle injury. Although he was seen in the gym with his team-mates on Tuesday, he did not seem to join the outdoor team session.
Joe Gomez was also absent, having missed Liverpool's last two games following a hamstring injury sustained in the win over Brighton earlier this month.
Florian Wirtz was another player not seen participating in team training, with no clear reason given for his absence. However, the German was spotted in the canteen in his training gear.
Ibrahima Konate was not seen in team training twice last week but still started against Wolves. However, the Frenchman risks a one-match suspension if he receives his fifth Premier League booking of the season in the Leeds game.
Young players Stefan Bajcetic, Jayden Danns (both hamstring) and Kaide Gordon (meniscus) continue to be sidelined due to injuries.