Liverpool include Isaac Mabaya in Premier League squad amid defensive depth concerns

Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola has added Isaac Mabaya to the club's official Premier League squad following early-season defensive instability. With Jeremie Frimpong struggling to establish himself at right-back and Conor Bradley sidelined by recurring fitness issues, the club faces a thin depth chart. Dominik Szoboszlai has been forced to cover the position, further straining the midfield rotation. Mabaya, 21, recently completed 90 minutes for the Under-21 side against Leeds but possesses limited senior experience following an injury-plagued loan spell at Wigan Athletic. As the club faces a shortage of homegrown players and inconsistent performance in defense, Mabaya remains an emergency option for the senior team. Iraola may be forced to rely on the academy player if further personnel setbacks occur during the early campaign.

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