Why Arne Slot could cause a major shock when Liverpool team news drops vs Crystal Palace
Liverpool have been making headlines off the pitch, but now they must make a statement on the pitch in their first meaningful match of the season.
The Reds have spent just under £300million this summer, including the record signing of Florian Wirtz.
Liverpool face Crystal Palace in the Community Shield, and Slot is expected to field some of his new acquisitions at Wembley Stadium.
However, the Dutchman could cause a tremor when team news drops ahead of the highly anticipated clash.
Slot could give Rio Ngumoha Liverpool chance
Rio Ngumoha will not leave Liverpool on loan this season, meaning he can make an impact on the first team.
The 16-year-old has been prominent in the Reds’ pre-season and will travel to Wembley as part of Slot’s squad.
Last season, the left winger made his senior debut as he started in the Merseyside club’s 4-0 win over Accrington Stanley in the FA Cup.
- Ngumoha has impressed at youth level
- Made his senior debut last season
- Has featured heavily in pre-season
Ngumoha has reportedly wowed Liverpool’s senior stars with how he applies himself, his talent, and his attitude in pre-season.
The Community Shield is Slot’s first chance of silverware this season, meaning he will field a strong team.
However, the clash with Crystal Palace could also offer the manager to showcase some of the Reds’ upcoming talent.
Ngumoha was born in London and would love to make an impression in his home city.
Read more: What formrer Liverpool stars are saying about Anfield wonderkid Rio Ngumoha
Slot can make statement against Crystal Palace
The Eagles have caused the Reds problems in the past and should prove a tricky opponent in the capital.
Oliver Glasner has retained his best players so far this summer, with Eberechi Eze, Marc Guehi, and Jean-Philippe Mateta remaining at Selhurst Park.
However, the North West outfit have enhanced their already impressive squad and should be too much for Palace to handle.
All eyes will be on new signings, with Wirtz, Hugo Ekitike, and Milos Kerkez among those expected to make an instant impact.
By claiming a convincing victory, Liverpool can strike fear into the rest of the Premier League.
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