Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard, fellow midfielder Jordan Henderson and forward Raheem Sterling are all expected to be recalled for the visit of league leaders Chelsea.

The trio were among seven players left out of the midweek defeat at Real Madrid but not all are guaranteed to return.
Good performances by the likes of centre-back Kolo Toure and forward Fabio Borini could see them retain their places.

Ahead of Liverpoool's clash with Chelsea, Brendan Rodgers again faced questions over his decision to field a much-changed side against Real Madrid

Daniel Sturridge, who has been out of action since the start of September, will again miss out against his former club as he recovers from a calf problem.

Jose Enrique, Mamadou Sakho, Jon Flanagan and Suso all remain on the sidelines for the home side.

Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho also rested several of his stars in the Champions League for the draw with Maribor.

Diego Costa, Oscar, Gary Cahill and Thibaut Courtois are all set to return to the starting line-up as Chelsea look to maintain their lead at the top of the table.

Spanish defender Cesar Azpilicueta is available again after serving a three-match ban following his sending off against Crystal Palace and he is expected to replace Filipe Luis at left-back.

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