DEVASTATING NEWS: Horrible news has been confirmed for West Ham before the Liverpool.

Liverpool is getting ready to face West Ham with confidence, further boosted by the latest news regarding their opponents’ squad. As reported by Hammers News, Julen Lopetegui’s team is dealing with several setbacks that could significantly impact the upcoming match.

West Ham will be missing five key players. Max Kilman had to leave their last game due to a strange shoulder injury that occurred without any obvious contact. Goalkeeper Lukasz Fabianski, who had been performing well, suffered a concussion from a head injury and had to be taken off on a stretcher. Additionally, midfielder Carlos Soler, who was substituted at halftime, is dealing with a serious knee problem, making it unlikely that he will feature against Liverpool given the short recovery time.

Further complicating matters for Lopetegui, central midfielders Tomas Soucek and Guido Rodriguez will be absent due to suspensions after accumulating yellow cards in their previous match. These absences severely weaken West Ham’s midfield, posing a significant challenge for the Spanish manager as he attempts to field a competitive team.

While Lucas Paquetá’s return from suspension provides some relief, it is unlikely to completely counterbalance the effects of the numerous injuries and suspensions. Lopetegui faces a tough task in selecting his lineup ahead of Liverpool’s visit.

Meanwhile, Liverpool has its own injury worries but remains optimistic about the gradual return of Federico Chiesa, who could soon be more regularly featured in the squad. The Reds will look to maintain their strong form, which has seen them claim the top spot in the league, heading into this match.

In the previous Carabao Cup meeting between the two sides, Lopetegui voiced his frustration with refereeing decisions, suggesting the Hammers might be seeking revenge this time. However, Liverpool fans will be hoping their team’s strong run continues, leaving West Ham with little chance to challenge.

With Liverpool in strong form and West Ham facing significant squad issues, it looks likely to be another positive result for Liverpool.