Liverpool FC XI vs Bayer Leverkusen: Predicted lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for Champions League [Video]

Ibrahima Konate is available for selection after he took to social media on Sunday to allay any injury fears after he was forced off at half-time against Brighton.

The defender had used his shirt as a makeshift sling to support his left arm after he came off worse from a clash at a corner.

However, Arne Slot said at his pre-match press conference: “He’s available to play. I think he’s completely recovered so he can play. Then it’s up to me to make the decision if he plays or not. He’s in a good place.”

Joe Gomez and Jarell Quansah are on standby but it’s likely that Konate partners Virgil van Dijk at the heart of defence, as Liverpool go in search of a fourth straight win in the league phase that should all-but confirm a knockout round play-off place at a minimum.

Alexis Mac Allister came off early against …