BRENDAN RODGERS

The odds on Brendan Rodgers being the first Premier League managerial casualty have been slashed.

Liverpool manager faces uncertain future after only one win in last seven games.

Striker has missed the last three games with a hamstring injury and will be assessed in the next 24 hours.

Liverpool are preparing for the Merseyside Derby on Sunday following a disappointing draw in the Europa League.

The 19-year-old centre-back could make his competitive debut against Sion FC but further chances are doubtful.

The manager will make a number of changes in his line-up for the Europa League game.

Belgium international has only played 16 minutes of Premier League football so far.

19-year-old back at Merseyside after making just one start during spell at League Two club.

Christian Benteke is still recovering from the hamstring injury he suffered against Norwich City.

The Spaniard has started the last four games ahead of the former Charlton defender.

Vigouroux was dropped by Swindon Town for breaching disciplinary rules after arriving late for training.

Rodgers has been criticised by former players such as Jamie Carragher, Graeme Souness and Steven Gerrard.

Rodgers is not concerned about reports linking former Chelsea manager Ancelotti with his job.

Gerrard sensed an unnecessary bullishness in Rodgers's team talks prior to crunch defeat to Chelsea.

Sturridge is available again after being left out of the squad during the game against Carlisle.

Brendan Rodgers is under tremendous pressure to get Liverpool back to winning ways.

League Cup struggle against Carlisle has seen the pressure ratchet up on Rodgers.

League Cup winner with the Reds wants the team to show composure in Carlisle United visit.

Rodgers is under pressure as Liverpool struggle at 13th place with just two wins from six Premiere League games.

Rodgers adds that Mamadou Sakho is over his injury problems after two successive starts.

Mamadou Sakho made only two appearances this season for Liverpool.