Rodgers Makes 6 Changes: Predicted Liverpool Starting XI To Face AFC Wimbledon

Liverpool will be looking to avoid an upset when they take on AFC Wimbledon in the third round of the FA Cup on Monday night. Here is the side I think Brendan Rodgers will select:

Goalkeeper: Rodgers is expected to stick with Simon Mignolet as Brad Jones is still out with a thigh injury.

Defence: Dejan Lovren could be set for a comeback with Rodgers likely to make changes to his defence. Martin Skrtel is also expected to come back in having been suspended for Thursday’s 2-2 draw with Leicester City with Kolo Toure given a breather.

Midfield: Steven Gerrard is likely to be rested which could see Emre Can move into midfield alongside Lucas Leiva. Jordan Henderson is another who could get a breather so Javier Manquillo may come in on the right with Alberto Moreno keeping his place on the left.

Attack: Mario Balotelli is in contention and could start up front with Raheem Sterling given a well-earned rest – although Rodgers may opt to go with Rickie Lambert ahead of the out-of-form Italian. Philippe Coutinho and Adam Lallana should both be rested which could open the door for Fabio Borini and Lazar Markovic to start in attack.

Here is how I think we’ll see Liverpool line-up:

What do you think of the team and what eleven would you pick?