Jurgen Klopp, the Liverpool manager, is set to implement changes for their upcoming Europa League opener.

Klopp has indicated that younger squad players may be given opportunities in the match against LASK this Thursday. Despite a strong start to the season, Liverpool is entering their European campaign with confidence and a mostly fully-fit squad, raising questions about who will secure a starting position.

While fans are eager to see new signings Wataru Endo and Ryan Gravenberch in action, there is also a group of promising talents including Harvey Elliot, Curtis Jones, Ben Doak, and Jarell Quansah looking to make their mark.

Additionally, Liverpool must consider their upcoming Premier League game against West Ham, which could lead to key players being rotated in favor of squad players.

LASK, the Austrian side that finished third in the Austrian Bundesliga last season, poses the first challenge for Liverpool in the Europa League. Klopp hinted at the possibility of young players getting a chance to shine, emphasizing that their inclusion would be based on their current level of performance rather than experimentation. 

Klopp expressed confidence in the talent within the academy but stressed that it’s not an experimental move. He believes that, barring injuries, Liverpool should have enough quality players to field strong teams for both Thursday’s Europa League match and Sunday’s Premier League fixture against West Ham.

Klopp acknowledged the bright future represented by the academy’s young talents and the benefits of having them train alongside the senior squad during the recent international break.

 While Klopp aspires to go as far as possible in the Europa League and reach the final, he acknowledged the challenge posed by many excellent football teams on the path to that goal, emphasizing the need for consistent performance.