Liverpool are preparing for their final match of 2025 with key selection decisions made ahead of their Premier League clash against Wolverhampton Wanderers at Anfield. Arne Slot’s side are aiming to stretch their unbeaten league run to seven games as they welcome a Wolves team struggling for consistency. With no Boxing Day fixture this season, the Reds enjoyed a brief Christmas break, but attention has now fully shifted to ending the year on a positive note in front of their home supporters.
The occasion will carry extra emotional weight, as this will be Wolves’ first visit to Anfield since the tragic passing of former Liverpool and Wolves forward Diogo Jota, along with his brother André Silva. Anfield is expected to be filled with tributes and a heartfelt atmosphere, especially with Jota’s family set to be in attendance. While Liverpool celebrate a year that included securing their second league title in five seasons — drawing level with Manchester United’s record of 20 championships — the loss of Jota remains a deeply painful chapter for the club and its fans.
On the team news front, Cody Gakpo is in contention to feature after recovering from a minor knock, offering Slot a welcome boost in attack. However, Liverpool’s injury list remains a concern, with Alexander Isak the latest absentee following a leg injury sustained against Tottenham. He joins Giovanni Leoni, Wataru Endo, and Joe Gomez on the sidelines, further stretching an already thin squad during a demanding period of the season.
Liverpool will also be without Dominik Szoboszlai, who is suspended after picking up his fifth yellow card of the campaign. Mohamed Salah remains away on international duty at the Africa Cup of Nations, while Conor Bradley and Gakpo both face late fitness tests. Slot confirmed that Florian Wirtz is fully fit, and he also hinted that Jeremie Frimpong, who recently returned from injury, could be ready to start after building match fitness with limited minutes last weekend.
In goal, Alisson Becker is a guaranteed starter as Liverpool are expected to line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation. The defence is set to feature Frimpong, Ibrahima Konaté, Virgil van Dijk, and Milos Kerkez, with Andrew Robertson and Conor Bradley providing cover from the bench. In midfield, Curtis Jones and Ryan Gravenberch are likely to form the double pivot, allowing Alexis Mac Allister to operate in an advanced attacking role.
Up front, Hugo Ekitike is tipped to lead the line, supported by Florian Wirtz and Cody Gakpo out wide, while Federico Chiesa is expected to be named among the substitutes. With emotions high and squad depth being tested, Liverpool will be determined to deliver a strong performance, honour past memories, and close out the year with another vital victory at Anfield.
