Liverpool manager Arne Slot remains unfazed by Manchester United's current struggles in the Premier League, affirming that he will not rest any of his key players for their upcoming clash at Anfield on Sunday. The match kicks off at 4:30 PM (16:30 GMT), with Liverpool currently positioned at the top of the league with 45 points, six points ahead of second-placed Arsenal, while United sits at a lowly 14th with only 22 points after suffering five losses in their last six matches.

Despite Manchester United's struggles, Slot insists that their position in the standings does not reflect their true quality. “No. Of course not,” Slot said when asked about resting his players. “For me, they have much better players than maybe the league table shows at the moment.” The Liverpool manager acknowledged the challenges facing United’s new manager Ruben Amorim, expressing confidence that he will eventually harness the team's potential (Reuters).

While Slot is optimistic about Liverpool’s performance, he confirmed that defender Joe Gomez remains sidelined due to injury. However, there is positive news regarding the return of Conor Bradley and Ibrahima Konate to training, which bolsters the squad ahead of the match. On Trent Alexander-Arnold, who has been linked with a move to Real Madrid, Slot stated, “He’s playing on Sunday and hopefully brings the same performance he’s been bringing in the last half a year.”

Liverpool's top player, Mohamed Salah, is currently leading the league with 17 goals alongside 13 assists, demonstrating his vital role in the team's success this season. Slot remarked on Salah’s impact, saying it’s challenging to compare players, noting the contributions of defender Virgil van Dijk as well but recognizing the statistical dominance of Salah.

The historic rivalry showcases contrasting moods, with Liverpool looking to maintain their superb form, having defeated United 3-0 earlier in the season at Old Trafford. United has only one win over Liverpool in their last thirteen league encounters. Amorim, addressing his squad's need for “leaders,” will welcome back captain Bruno Fernandes, who returns after suspension. He emphasized, “We are starving for leaders on the pitch,” expressing hope that training sessions will help reverse their unfortunate run of form.

As the two teams prepare to lock horns once more, the followers can expect an intense encounter, rich with history and passion, as both clubs strive for crucial points in the Premier League. Follow Al Jazeera’s live text and photo coverage of the match for a real-time update on this high-stakes rivalry, promising to entertain fans globally. For more details, visit the full article on Al Jazeera.