Postecoglou axes Kulusevski in three changes – Tottenham predicted XI v Liverpool
Ange Postecoglou could make three changes to his Tottenham side to face Liverpool on Sunday, with Dejan Kulusevski potentially set to drop out.
The Lilywhites are set to travel to face Arne Slot’s side at Anfield on 27 April with the hope of stopping the home side from winning the Premier League.
The Reds need a draw or better against Spurs if they are to secure a second league title after Arsenal drew to Crystal Palace on Wednesday (23 April).
Postecoglou will have more of a focus on the Europa League with semi-final clashes against Bodo/Glimt coming up in May.
With that in mind, the Australian could make multiple changes with Kulusevski potentially set to be dropped on Merseyside.
Kulusevski axed for Tottenham v Liverpool
Against Nottingham Forest last time out, it is fair to say that Guglielmo Vicario was under the spotlight once again. The Italian made one mistake leading to a goal while only making one save despite conceding two in N17 [FotMob]. Despite this, he is likely to start once again.
It is a similar story ahead of the 28-year-old as the backline struggled against Nuno Espirito Santo’s side. Despite this, Djed Spence, Micky van de Ven, Cristian Romero and Pedro Porro could be in line to start once again, regardless of them losing a combined 17 duels last time out.
Postecoglou could look to utilise changes in the midfield with Pape Sarr and Kulusevski potentially set to drop to the bench. The Swede created just one chance while also winning just 30 per cent of duels against Forest in his last outing.
This could see James Maddison and Lucas Bergvall come in alongside Rodrigo Bentancur, who won three tackles and four duels from the start in North London.
The forward line may also see a double change with Wilson Odobert and Richarlison potentially set to drop out despite the latter’s goal last time out.
Postecoglou could welcome Brennan Johnson and Dominic Solanke back to the side alongside Mathys Tel, who created a remarkable five chances against Forest despite not picking up a single assist.
Tottenham have point to prove v Liverpool
There is nothing for the Lilywhites to play for in the Premier League this season, but there is pride on the line for Postecoglou and Co.
With the summer on the horizon and his job on the line, the former Celtic boss can’t afford a string of poor results.
| Date | Competition | Match |
| 21/04/25 | Premier League | Tottenham 1-2 Nottingham Forest |
| 17/04/25 | Europa League | Frankfurt 0-1 Tottenham |
| 13/04/25 | Premier League | Wolves 4-2 Tottenham |
| 10/04/25 | Europa League | Tottenham 1-1 Frankfurt |
| 06/04/25 | Premier League | Tottenham 3-1 Southampton |
Daniel Levy will have one eye on performances and scorelines as he looks into potential new head coach options with the new season in mind.
The Liverpool clash at Anfield will certainly act as a litmus test as the Australian looks to save his job in North London.