Lucas Leiva
Lucas Leiva has made a real difference in recent Reds games, adding some stability to the side and protection for the back four.
Joe Allen
Joe Allen is a player perhaps best suited to European football, with his passing game ideal for the more patient format on the continent. The Welshman is expected to sit alongside Leiva and prevent counterattacks from Basel’s quick forward line – and start off our own moves.
Jordan Henderson
Jordan Henderson’s dynamism will be vital for Liverpool going forward, while his work ethic and positional sense will ensure his defensive responsibilities are not neglected.