Liverpool XI vs Fenerbahce: Szoboszlai set for return in Istanbul
Liverpool XI vs Fenerbahce: Szoboszlai set for return

Dominik Szoboszlai could return to Liverpool's starting lineup for Wednesday's Champions League trip to Fenerbahce, with Ryan Gravenberch ruled out by a heel injury.

The Reds travel to Istanbul for the halfway point of this season's league phase, their eighth fixture in 24 days. Head coach Andoni Iraola may freshen up his side after Saturday's 1-0 defeat by Arsenal.

Szoboszlai and Gravenberch fitness update

Szoboszlai made his return as a second-half substitute in the Arsenal loss after missing the previous three matches with a hamstring complaint. Gravenberch was an unused substitute in that game, with youngster Trey Nyoni starting in central midfield at Anfield alongside Alexis Mac Allister.

With Gravenberch now out with a heel injury, Iraola is likely to keep faith in Nyoni for a third consecutive Champions League match.

Defensive and attacking changes expected

There could be changes in the full-back positions. Kostas Tsimikas has started the last two European games and may give Milos Kerkez a breather. On the opposite side, Joe Gomez is an option to replace Ronald Araujo.

Rio Ngumoha impressed in the comeback win over Villarreal in the previous Champions League outing and could replace Cody Gakpo in attack after the Dutchman's ineffective display against Arsenal.

Alexander Isak is expected to lead the line in Istanbul, with Florian Wirtz hoping to provide a goal contribution for a third successive league phase game. Bradley Barcola's place might be under threat.

Predicted XI and team news

Predicted Liverpool XI vs Fenerbahce (4-2-3-1): Alisson; Gomez, Jacquet, Van Dijk, Tsimikas; Szoboszlai, Nyoni; Ngumoha, Wirtz, Barcola; Isak

Injured: Ekitike, Frimpong, Bradley, Leoni, Gravenberch

Ineligible: Endo, Chiesa

Time and date: 5.45pm GMT on Wednesday November 4, 2026

Venue: Chobani Stadium, Istanbul

How to watch: TNT Sports