Victor Munoz Set for Liverpool Debut Against Monaco

Victor Munoz is set to make his Liverpool debut against Monaco this weekend after cutting short his post-World Cup holiday.

Munoz Ready for Immediate Impact

Munoz was the first signing of the Andoni Iraola era as his £34.5million move from Osasuna was finalised before the World Cup. Spain's run to the final in North America delayed the winger's involvement for Liverpool.

Despite not making a single appearance for La Roja after battling an injury early in the tournament, the 23-year-old was entitled to a mandatory three-week holiday. However, he has decided to forego the latter part of that break to hit the ground running.

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He trained for the first time on Wednesday and insists he is ready to make an immediate impact.

“Well, I think I’m ready. Obviously if the coach says so after training and asks me to feature in the starting XI, I’ll be there. I’m keen and I can’t wait to get started. [Against] Monaco, why not?”

Team News and Predicted Lineup

Munoz's lack of involvement at the World Cup means he should be relatively fresh, so a start is possible even if it's unlikely he will play the full 90 minutes on his Anfield bow.

Alisson Becker started his pre-season on Tuesday following his participation at the World Cup with Brazil and should get at least a half under his belt. The same applies to Dutch pair Virgil van Dijk and Cody Gakpo.

Fellow summer arrival Jeremy Jacquet is still awaiting his first Liverpool appearance after picking up a knock during the USA tour. Youngster Ifeanyi Ndukwe is on standby to partner Van Dijk in central defence if the Frenchman is ruled out.

Jeremie Frimpong is a doubt after requesting to be substituted in the 4-2 loss against Leeds, though Iraola said it was a precaution.

Midfield and Attack

Such was Liverpool's first-half dominance against Leeds, the impressive Trey Nyoni should get the nod over Ryan Gravenberch in central midfield, partnering Dominik Szoboszlai as Florian Wirtz continues in the No10 role behind Alexander Isak.

Alexis Mac Allister is due back next week after his World Cup break, while Hugo Ekitike, Joe Gomez, Giovanni Leoni and Conor Bradley are all missing through injury.