Liverpool, the most successful team in Carabao Cup history, are eyeing their 11th title as they continue their impressive run of form. After defeating Bournemouth on Saturday, 21st September, they now face their second game in just five days with the Carabao Cup kicking off.
Arne Slot is set to build on Liverpool’s strong Carabao Cup legacy, seemingly planning to involve two young talents in Wednesday’s third-round match against West Ham. The Dutch coach appears eager to give the next generation a chance to shine while continuing the Reds’ impressive tradition in the competition.
Trey Nyoni and Tyler Morton are eager for First-Team Call-Up
Arne Slot faces some tough choices for his line-up against West Ham. With a Premier League match just three days away, he can’t afford to field too strong a squad. Yet, rotating too much comes with its own risks. Slot needs to find the perfect balance. Reports suggest he’s planning at least five changes for the match (h/t The Times), with Wataru Endo and Curtis Jones expected to make their first starts of the season. One midfield spot remains up for grabs.
Based on the Liverpool U21s team sheet for their EFL Trophy match against Harrogate Town, it seems that either Trey Nyoni or Tyler Morton could step into the open midfield spot. Barry Lewtas left both players out of his 17-man squad for the trip to Yorkshire, suggesting they are in line for first-team action against West Ham.
At just 17, Trey Nyoni has already established himself as a key player for Liverpool U21s this season, proving to be a standout talent since joining from Leicester. Meanwhile, at almost 22, Tyler Morton is also performing at a level beyond the U21s. The midfielder’s development suggests he is ready for regular first-team football.
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It is possible that Slot goes with a third option and keeps either Alexis Mac Allister or Ryan Gravenberch to go against at Anfield. However, with that pair having played so much football, we think either Nyoni or Morton are primed to start.
