Premier League leaders Liverpool, under head coach Arne Slot, continue their demanding schedule of significant matches. Following recent victories against Real Madrid and Manchester City, and a dramatic draw with Newcastle United, the Reds are set to travel a short distance to face local rivals Everton this Saturday at 12:30 GMT. This upcoming fixture marks Slot’s inaugural derby, and it is anticipated to be the final league encounter at Goodison Park before Everton’s scheduled relocation to their new stadium next season. Everton, often referred to as the blue side of Merseyside, will aim to make this match memorable by potentially hindering Liverpool’s pursuit of the title. Conversely, Liverpool’s objective is to secure a victory to regain momentum and maintain their lead over competing teams. Head coach Slot is scheduled to address the media around 13:15 GMT. His comments are expected to provide insight into the current state of his squad, particularly after their challenging first-half performance at St James’ Park on Wednesday. The team’s defensive lineup in the recent Newcastle match featured Joe Gomez and Jarell Quansah, reflecting a growing list of injuries for the Reds. Centre-back Ibrahima Konate, right-back Conor Bradley, and left-back Kostas Tsimikas are currently sidelined for several weeks. Additionally, goalkeeper Alisson, forward Diogo Jota, and winger Federico Chiesa have been absent for an extended period, with updates on their recovery progress anticipated. Slot typically offers minimal information when questioned about the contractual situations of Trent Alexander-Arnold, Mohamed Salah, and Virgil van Dijk, whose current agreements conclude at the end of the season. A similar response is expected should these questions arise again. Post navigation Andros Townsend Identifies Ruben Amorim’s Primary Challenge at Manchester United SFA Chief Executive Acknowledges Inevitable ‘Wrong Decisions’