Liverpool return to action on Thursday night as they get the biggest tie of the Jurgen Klopp era under way in Spain.
The Reds travel to Villarreal in the knowledge that victory over the two legs will put them into their first European final since 2007.
After Saturday’s draw with Newcastle United effectively ended Liverpool’s chances of qualifying for the Champions League through finishing in the top four of the Premier League, the clash at Estadio El Madrigal carries extra importance.
Villarreal look set for Europe’s elite competition next term as they sit fourth in La Liga, four points ahead of their nearest rivals Celta Vigo with just three games to play.
Injuries and other well-documented circumstances have significantly reduced the options available to Klopp for the semi-final, but the Reds have sufficient quality in the side and plenty of in-form players – hence them being the bookmakers’ favourites to win the tie and the competition.
Here is the XI that I think Klopp will pick on Thursday night:
