Liverpool v Crystal Palace: Team News Liverpool manager Arne Slot confirmed that either Alisson Becker or Freddie Woodman will start in goal for Saturday’s Premier League clash against Crystal Palace. Alisson, the team’s primary goalkeeper, has been sidelined for the past six matches due to injury, while his main backup, Giorgi Mamardashvili, is ruled out after sustaining a leg injury during Liverpool’s 2-0 victory over Everton last weekend. Mamardashvili was stretchered off the pitch and will miss the game against Palace. Third-choice goalkeeper Freddie Woodman, who replaced Mamardashvili in the Everton match, is set to start again unless Alisson is deemed fit to return. Slot addressed the situation on Friday, stating that Mamardashvili will not be available for the upcoming weeks and that Alisson is close to a return. “We signed an experienced third goalkeeper for a reason,” Slot said, emphasizing Woodman’s readiness and his positive impact on the squad. The manager also confirmed that 21-year-old keeper Armin Pecsi will be among the substitutes for the match. The manager also provided updates on other players. Joe Gomez, who missed the Merseyside derby due to injury, is back in the squad. Slot praised his return, noting it strengthens the team’s depth after having only two centre-backs available last week. Regarding Wataru Endo, the Japan captain has been out since February due to injury. Slot mentioned that Endo is beginning to participate in rehabilitation exercises outside the team but will not be available for the upcoming matches against Manchester United or the following week. The manager expressed hope that Endo will return by the end of the season. Long-term absentees include Stefan Bajcetic, Conor Bradley, Hugo Ekitike, and Giovanni Leoni.#liverpool #crystal_palace #arne_slot #adam_wharton #freddie_woodman
