Live updates as Arne Slot faces the media to preview Liverpool's clash with Ipswich Town in the Premier League

Curtis Jones is ruled out against Ipswich and considered a doubt for the trips to PSV Eindhoven and Bournemouth, with Arne Slot confirming a new injury. Jones was forced off at half-time in the 2-1 win over Lille in midweek, though the extent of his issue was unknown at the time.

The latest on Curtis Jones and Ibrahima Konate's fitness issues as Arne Slot previews Liverpool's game with Ipswich on Saturday

Curtis Jones has admitted he has felt “outshined” at times but thinks Arne Slot has brought a “fresh start” for him at Liverpool. After a strong pre-season, Curtis Jones picked up a muscle injury that kept him out of Liverpool’s first few games of the campaign.

Yet with Ipswich, Fulham and Wolves all eyeing Endo, January could have been the perfect window for the 31-year-old to depart, yet Liverpool have taken the high road and chosen to back the Japanese star for the second-half of the season.

Arne Slot has delivered an update on the fitness of Ibrahima Konate and Curtis Jones ahead of Liverpool's clash with Ipswich

Arne Slot has confirmed that midfielder Curtis Jones is unavailable for Liverpool against Ipswich Town after being substituted at half-time against Lille last time out in midweek.

Liverpool return to Premier League action by hosting Ipswich Town at Anfield on Saturday afternoon, aiming to strengthen their lead at the top of the table. REA

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Liverpool midfielder Curtis Jones will miss Saturday's meeting with Premier League strugglers Ipswich Town. Manchester City have confirmed centre-back Ruben Dias and winger Jeremy Doku will both miss Saturday's match with Chelsea. Crystal Palace will be without five players, including midfielders Adam Wharton and Cheick Doucoure, against Brentford.

Liverpool vs. Ipswich is not live on TV in the UK. This Is Anfield, however, will be providing live text commentary throughout on our website, with Harry McMullen keeping you entertained and informed from 2.15pm. We will also have full match reaction and analysis on the This Is Anfield app for iPhone and Android later.