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Three stars could be available for Chelsea to use against Liverpool.
It has been confirmed by Mauricio Pochettino that Malo Gusto and Christopher Nkunku would accompany the team to Anfield.
Due to a hip ailment, Nkunku, 26, has missed the last five games for the Blues.
Due to a muscular issue, Gusto missed the previous two games.
According to Pochettino: “I think it is good news that Malo Gusto and Christopher Nkunku can be in the squad [and] travel with us.”
The manager also made a suggestion that he would add a “surprise” player to his team to face Jurgen Klopp’s team.
“It’s wonderful news, and we’re holding out for any surprises until the very end.
If Nicolas Jackson, the striker, returns from Afcon quickly, he might also be included in the squad.
Pochettino continued: “[We are waiting] to see if maybe Nico Jackson can arrive tomorrow for the game also.”
Senegal lost to the host country, Ivory Coast, on penalties shootout on Monday, eliminating them from the competition.
The summer acquisition didn’t score when he came off the bench to replace Habib Diallo in the 67th minute of the game.
Levi Colwill, a defender for Chelsea, sustained an injury during the warm-up for Friday’s FA Cup match against Aston Villa.
This Premier League encounter at Anfield will be Klopp’s first since he made his departure from the team known at the end of the current campaign.
Pochettino acknowledged that the environment will be one of a “party” for the local supporters to honor the German.
“It will be a celebration for Liverpool supporters to try to give him everything he deserves,” he declared.
They have a strong team, so they will be highly eager to perform, and although it will be difficult, so will the situation demand toughness.
We would prefer not to participate in or be a part of the festivities.
“We are thinking about us, performing well and trying to win the game.”