Liverpool will be taking on Nottingham Forest at Anfield on Saturday as they look to bounce back from the 3-0 defeat to Manchester City before the FIFA break.
Man Utd boss Ruben Amorim has defended his formation, saying recent results back him up, but admits United remain a long way from their top level.
Out-of-sorts Germany international striker Niclas Fullkrug is desperate to leave West Ham in the January transfer window, according to reports, but not to another Premier League club amid reported interest from Fulham.
Liverpool may not be able to see Alexander Isak at his peak until next year after the striker opened up on his fitness troubles since his start to life at Anfield.
Nick Woltemade says he is eagerly awaiting the return of Yoane Wissa as Newcastle United prepare for a demanding stretch of fixtures.
Liverpool head coach Arne Slot is set to approach Saturday's Premier League meeting with Nottingham Forest with what could be his strongest squad in weeks, as several key players edge closer to full fitness.