Gomez one of four changes – Confirmed Liverpool team vs Milan
Jurgen Klopp has named his Liverpool starting eleven for tonight’s first Champions League clash of the season against AC Milan.
The Reds boss names four changes to his side as Joe Gomez makes his first start of the season. Jordan Henderson, Naby Keita and Divock Origi also feature from the off.
Alisson starts between the sticks, with Trent Alexander-Arnold, Joel Matip, Joe Gomez and Andy Robertson starting in in defence.
Fabinho, Jordan Henderson and Naby Keita link up in midfield, with Mohamed Salah, Diogo Jota and Divock Origi lining up in attack.
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