Dejan Lovren doubtful as Jurgen Klopp faces defensive headache

Milton Keynes Dons v Liverpool – Carabao Cup – Third Round – Stadium MK
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Liverpool defender Dejan Lovren remains a doubt for Sunday’s visit of Aston Villa after missing Thursday’s defeat to Manchester City with a knock.

With Joel Matip ruled out for the remainder of the season with a foot injury it currently leaves manager Jurgen Klopp with just two fit centre-backs in Virgil Van Dijk and Joe Gomez.

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