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Man United 'will sense Liverpool's weaknesses and target the channel between Rhys Williams or Nat Phillips and Trent Alexander-Arnold', warns John Aldridge ahead of top-of-the table Premier League clash at Anfield

Liverpool have been warned that their right-hand defensive channel could be exploited on Sunday when bitter rivals Manchester United visit in the Premier League.

That's the view of Liverpool legend John Aldridge who fears that United will target that side of the pitch against Jurgen Klopp's champions.

The Reds have been plagued by a crippling injury crisis this season - none more so than in defence with long-term injuries to centre backs Virgil van Dijk and Joe Gomez, while Joe Matip is out again too.

Liverpool defender Rhys Williams could be targeted by Manchester United when they visit on Sunday, fears John Aldridge
As could be right back Trent Alexander-Arnold

Liverpool defenders Rhys Williams (left) and Trent Alexander-Arnold could be targeted by Manchester United when they visit in the Premier League on Sunday, fears John Aldridge

Williams or Nat Phillips (left) is likely to play at centre back for the injury-depleted Reds

This has left Klopp playing midfielder Fabinho at left centre back alongside either youngsters Rhys Williams or Nat Phillips.