Arsenal are 14 points clear of Liverpool in the Premier League table when the two sides meet on Thursday, Jan. 8 in the second matchup of the year between them. Liverpool are one of two clubs to defeat Arsenal in domestic play,

Arne Slot says Liverpool top scorer Hugo Ekitike is a major doubt for Thursday’s Premier League clash with Arsenal. The French striker missed Sunday’s 2-2 draw at Fulham due to a minor hamstring problem and faces a race against time to be fit for the trip to the Emirates.

Liverpool could receive a boost for their trip to Emirates Stadium on Thursday, as Hugo Ekitike could be able to feature for the Reds against

Arne Slot has confirmed striker Hugo Ekitike is a doubt to feature for Liverpool against Arsenal in Thursday's Premier League clash at Emirates Stadium.

Havertz returned to the bench for the first time since August last Tuesday but missed the trip to Bournemouth on Saturday.

Arsenal vs Liverpool kicks off on Thursday 8 January at 20:00 GMT. Kai Havertz could make a return to the bench after missing the win at Bournemouth. Mikel Arteta confirmed in his pre-match press conference that the German has trained and he is confident he will be available soon.

The Reds have been pragmatic since their downward spiral, prioritising results, but as Richard Jolly details, Arne Slot must find the right balance to justify his change