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Iraola plans to adjust Liverpool defensive lineup against Manchester City

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 7, 2026, 10:15 AM

Last updated Oct 7, 2026

Iraola plans to adjust Liverpool defensive lineup against Manchester City

Summary

Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola faces a challenging lineup decision ahead of the match against Manchester City. With defender Jacquet sidelined due to a hamstring issue, Iraola is expected to move Ronald Araujo from right-back to center-back. This decision comes amid ongoing recovery efforts for Joe Gomez and Giovanni Leoni, who are also returning from injuries. Araujo's versatility will be key, allowing Jeremie Frimpong to shift to right-back while ensuring adequate cover for Virgil van Dijk in central defense. The club aims to avoid further injuries to Jacquet, which could significantly impact the season.

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Status Watch

•Iraola must adjust Liverpool's defense for match against Manchester City.
•Jacquet is sidelined with a hamstring issue.
•Ronald Araujo likely to move to center-back.
•Joe Gomez and Giovanni Leoni are also recovering from injuries.
•Jeremie Frimpong may shift to right-back.

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10:15 AMYahoo Sports — Andoni Iraola must change Liverpool star's position, he has no choice

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