Liverpool vs. Man City: Predicted starting XI for Premier League clash

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Ederson

With Liverpool undoubtedly coming out aggressive in the Anfield library, will Eddie the librarian keep the front line quiet and resist their press with his hardback exterior?

Akanji

The new signing has slotted in perfectly at CB, but with Walker out, Pep has a decision about which side to play Cancelo. Akanji has done a fine job the last couple of games at right back, I expect to see him there on Sunday.

Dias

Plenty of experience now against Liverpool, and the intention to be rested midweek in the Champions League presumably for the weekend, and only made an appearance against Copenhagen when Gomez received a red card.

Ake

A solid start to the season, after a solid end to last. Ake has become an extraordinary part of the City defence. With Laporte not long back from injury and an exhausting shift midweek, is he ready for such a big occasion?

Cancelo

Whether it is TAA or Gomes on the right for Liverpool, our Portuguese is bound to give them hell on the left side and a battle we would all love to see.