Liverpool vs Arsenal: Dominik Szoboszlai and Victor Munoz in Frame for Anfield Clash
Liverpool could have two timely returns ahead of Sunday’s Premier League meeting with Arsenal at Anfield. Dominik Szoboszlai and Victor Munoz are both in contention, although Andoni Iraola stopped short of offering any guarantees.
That is the reality of late-stage fitness calls. There is progress, there is hope, and then there is the final decision. For Liverpool, both players would matter. Szoboszlai has missed five of the last six matches after suffering a hamstring injury on Hungary duty in the Nations League. Munoz has been absent since hurting his knee in the comeback win over Brentford.
Szoboszlai Return Offers Liverpool Midfield Boost
Iraola’s update was cautious and sensible. “I think they have a chance,” the Liverpool head coach said. “But I do not know for sure if they will be involved or not.
“We still have two days, so I think we have a chance.”
That leaves Liverpool with options, but no certainty. Szoboszlai has been training individually over the past week. Whether he joins full group work in time is the key point. If he does, he gives Liverpool energy, ball-carrying and a goal threat from midfield, all useful qualities against an Arsenal side that will not leave much room.
Victor Munoz Situation Adds Depth Ahead of Arsenal
Munoz’s possible return matters for depth as much as balance. Liverpool have managed without him, recording wins over Villarreal, Brighton and Chelsea, but squad depth becomes increasingly important in games of this level.
Alexis Mac Allister Key if Liverpool Wait on Fitness
If Szoboszlai is not ready to start, Liverpool are hardly short of alternatives. Alexis Mac Allister has looked sharp again in recent weeks, while Ryan Gravenberch remains the obvious midfield partner. Trey Nyoni and James McConnell have also stepped in and handled senior minutes well.
The broader picture is straightforward. Liverpool have coped. They would still prefer to have Szoboszlai available, especially given he scored the winner in this fixture last season. Against Arsenal, that sort of edge can decide everything.
