DC: Martin Skrtel
First choice in the Liverpool defence, Martin Skrtel is a guaranteed starter for the Reds in almost every game.
DC: Mamadou Sakho
With some doubts over Dejan Lovren’s fitness, Mamadou Sakho is surely first in line to partner Skrtel at centre-back for Liverpool.
MC: Lucas Leiva
Key for Liverpool so far this season, Lucas Leiva is sure to resume his usual defensive midfield role in the absence of captain Jordan Henderson.
MC: Emre Can
A top young talent, Emre Can could shine in a new midfield role this season and is likely to start against Villa due to Henderson being unavailable.
