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Andoni Iraola prepares Lewis Koumas for potential start against Manchester City

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 10:11 AM

Last updated Oct 9, 2026

Andoni Iraola prepares Lewis Koumas for potential start against Manchester City

Summary

Andoni Iraola is considering Lewis Koumas for a starting role as Liverpool prepares to face Manchester City on Sunday. Alexander Isak is dealing with an injury sustained during international duty, leaving his availability for the match uncertain. Koumas, who had limited scoring success in the Championship, is expected to fulfill a pressing role that fits Liverpool's game plan better than Isak. Iraola confirmed that both Isak and teammate Cody Gakpo are currently injured, with their recovery status still in question ahead of the match at Anfield.

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•Andoni Iraola considers Lewis Koumas for starting role against Manchester City
•Alexander Isak has an injury and is doubtful for the match
•Cody Gakpo is also injured, complicating Liverpool's options
•Koumas's pressing ability may suit Liverpool's game plan better in this fixture
•Match is scheduled for Sunday at Anfield

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10:11 AMYahoo Sports — Andoni Iraola ready to unleash striker, might be better than Alexander Isak

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Andoni Iraola looks ready to unleash a Liverpool striker. He may be an even better fit than Alexander Isak.Alexander Isak has an injury. The Swede returned early from international duty, which was alw...
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