Trent Alexander-Arnold doubtful for Carabao Cup final against Newcastle

Liverpool manager Arne Slot expressed concerns over Trent Alexander-Arnold's fitness ahead of the Carabao Cup final against Newcastle United, following the defender's exit from the Champions League match against Paris Saint-Germain due to a knee injury. Slot stated that he would be 'surprised' if Alexander-Arnold is available for the match on Sunday, noting that the injury did not look promising. Additionally, Liverpool will be without second-choice right-back Conor Bradley and Joe Gomez, who is recovering from surgery, leaving Jarell Quansah as the primary option at right-back. Ibrahima Konate also left the PSG match but Slot suggested his issue was fatigue rather than a serious injury. Newcastle will face their own challenges, missing several key players including Anthony Gordon due to suspension and Lewis Hall and Sven Botman due to injuries. The final presents an opportunity for both teams to navigate significant personnel challenges.