Matip or Joe Gomez, who could replace Konate against Newcastle?

The visit of Liverpool to Newcastle United, a high level duel between Newcastle and Liverpool at St. James's Park on Sunday, where Eddie Howe's team will try to redeem themselves from their last defeat against Manchester City (1-0). Despite this, the Magpies have made a good start to the Premier League, considering the level of the opponents they are facing. Moreover, at home, Newcastle have won six of their last eight league games, losing only to Arsenal.

Liverpool, meanwhile, are one of seven teams unbeaten after the first two rounds. Jürgen Klopp's side have taken four of their first six points and find themselves in fifth place. After the draw at Stamford Bridge on the opening day, the Reds beat Andoni Iraola's Bournemouth 3-1 at home. Now, against a stronger opponent, Klopp's side want to prove that they are candidates to fight for the title again.

Ahead of the game, German coach Jurgen Klopp spoke at a press conference and announced that Ibrahima Konate is doubtful for the clash with the Magpies due to injury. This will mean he will have to make a change to his line-up with an adjustment to the defensive zone, which has been the weakest at the start of the season. 

Matip or Joe Gomez?

German coach Jurgen Klopp's dilemma will be to decide who will replace Konaté. His options at hand are Joe Gomez and Joel Matip, two players who have not been at their best since last season. According to various reports, Matip would be the one chosen to appear alongside Van Dijk in central defence, so we will see the same defensive zone of the Champions League final won in 2019 with Alisson, TAA and Robertson.