Tue Sep 23 10:10:00 UTC 2025: **Liverpool Eye League Cup Progress with Rotated Squad Against Southampton**

**LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND** – While securing a record 11th League Cup isn’t the top priority for Liverpool manager Arne Slot this season, the Reds boast a squad capable of challenging on multiple fronts. Following a recent defeat in last year’s final to Newcastle United, Liverpool face Southampton in the third round, a team struggling in the Championship after relegation. Slot is expected to utilize the depth of his squad, making several changes after a demanding week of matches.

Here’s a potential lineup for Tuesday’s clash at Anfield:

* **Goalkeeper:** Giorgi Mamardashvili
* **Defense:** Jeremie Frimpong, Giovanni Leoni, Joe Gomez, Andy Robertson
* **Midfield:** Wataru Endō, Trey Nyoni, Curtis Jones
* **Attack:** Federico Chiesa, Rio Ngumoha, Alexander Isak

Slot aims to give opportunities to players like Mamardashvili, Frimpong (returning from injury), and the highly-rated young defender Leoni. The experienced Robertson could return at left-back, while Endō offers stability in midfield. Teenager Nyoni, Chiesa, and Jones are also in contention for starting roles. All eyes will be on 16-year-old Ngumoha, and Isak, Liverpool’s record signing, is expected to lead the line.

The match provides Slot with a valuable opportunity to assess his squad depth and give minutes to players who have been on the fringes of the first team.

**Disclaimer:** *This article is based on expert James Cormack’s analysis and potential lineup predictions. Final team selection is at the discretion of the Liverpool manager, Arne Slot.*

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