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Liverpool welcome Tottenham to Anfield on Thursday night looking to overturn a 1-0 first-leg deficit in their Carabao Cup semi-final clash.

The Reds, who are defending champions after winning their record 10th League Cup title last season, face a crucial test as they aim to reach another Wembley final.

The first leg at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium ended in controversy when Lucas Bergvall’s 86th-minute strike gave Spurs a narrow advantage.

The Swedish midfielder’s goal came moments after he avoided a second yellow card for a foul on Kostas Tsimikas, much to the frustration of Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk.

Liverpool supporters may find a touch of irony in Tottenham’s recent difficulties.

The contentious first-leg victory, sealed by Lucas Bergvall’s goal – despite calls for his dismissal seconds before – now appears less significant as Spurs’ campaign continues to falter.

Tottenham have been very active in the January transfer window as they look to give Ange Postecoglou some reinforcements for his injury-riddled squad.

And after securing the loan acquisition of Kevin Danso from Ligue 1 side Lens, it seems their next transfer target proved less straightforward to sign.

Tottenham see £70m bid rejected ahead of Liverpool clash

David Ornstein has reported that Crystal Palace has rejected a ‘major offer’ from Tottenham for Marc Guehi this deadline day.

It was a permanent offer from the North London club, whose defensive ranks have been ravaged by injuries this season.

Adding onto the report, Ed Aarons of the Guardian has put a figure on it – claiming that the offer was worth up to £70m.

Looking forward to the clash against the Reds, it’s clear that Ange Postecoglou is in desperate need for defensive signings.

Radu Dragusin is a major doubt after suffering a knee injury in the Europa League match against Elfsborg.

Christian Romero will still likely not be fit enough to face Liverpool despite nearing a return from injury.

With other absences all across the pitch including James Maddison, Brennan Johnson, and Pape Matar Sarr, their extensive injury list has contributed significantly to Tottenham’s recent poor form, with the team currently sitting 15th in the Premier League table.

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