Liverpool boss Andoni Iraola has stated he is optimistic Florian Wirtz will be fit to feature in Wednesday's Carabao Cup clash with Chelsea. Wirtz impressed for the Reds in Sunday's 2-0 victory over Brighton & Hove Albion before being forced off with an ankle problem.
Iraola said in his pre-match news conference: "He was quite fine, Florian -- I'm quite optimistic that he will be available. And with Dom and Victor, I'm not so sure."
The manager confirmed there will be squad rotation against Chelsea but emphasized the team wants to win: "We want to be competitive. We need to see how the legs are."
Liverpool's momentum is growing after four successive wins, and they aim to advance in the Carabao Cup and Champions League despite facing a strong Chelsea side coached by friend Xabi Alonso.
Source: ESPN Soccer · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing