Liverpool press conference LIVE: Injury latest, Slot fights back, Aston Villa verdict

Arne Slot faces the media on Friday, with the Dutchman experiencing the first real crisis of his Liverpool reign.

The Reds have lost six of the last seven in all competitions, including Wednesday’s Carabao Cup capitulation against Crystal Palace. Slot defended his weakened team selection after the 3-0 loss to the Eagles, but knows another defeat at home to Aston Villa will really ramp up the pressure.

Liverpool has been beaten in the last four Premier League matches, and could begin Saturday’s contest at Anfield trailing leaders Arsenal by 10 points.

The 47-year-old is expected to provide an update on team news, with Ryan Gravenberch close to a return to the side, while the fitness of Curtis Jones and Alexander Isak will also be major talking points.

Slot will likely share his views on Villa and its start to the season, Liverpool’s current plight, and the Reds’ chances of mounting a title charge over the coming months.

Meanwhile, following the press conference, we’ll turn our attention to other Liverpool-related matters throughout the day

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