Liverpool manager makes fearless prediction for Man United ahead of ‘big game’

Manchester United face Liverpool at Anfield in the Premier League on Sunday.

Liverpool manager Arne Slot was asked whether he plans to rotate his squad, given Man United are languishing in 14th place in the standings.

He said (via Sky Sports): “That’s a strange question. No, I am not going to rest any players because it is a big game.”

“I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again – they have much better players than the table shows.

“It might take Ruben [Amorim] a little while, but they’ll definitely go up. They’re much better than the table shows.”

The question itself is likely to leave a sour taste among United supporters.

It highlights the growing gap between the two rivals, with the Merseyside club firmly expected to win the clash.

The United manager faces a major tactical challenge as he looks to contain a rampant Liverpool side perched at the top of the league.

Slot and his men handed United a humiliating 3-0 defeat earlier in the campaign at Old Trafford.

Securing a double over their arch-rivals would bring immense joy to their fans, providing a perfect start to 2025.

By contrast, Amorim’s side has lost three consecutive league games. They must arrest their downfall and start winning.

The Red Devils must deliver their best performance of the season on Sunday.

If they put in another dismal display like they did against Newcastle United or Bournemouth, Liverpool could run riot this weekend.