Aston Villa v LIVERPOOL: Rafa to restore ever-present Kuyt to Reds starting XI

27 December 2009 13:08
Dirk Kuyt can expect a return to Liverpool's starting line-up for Tuesday's tough away trip to face Aston Villa.[LNB]The Dutchman was rested by boss Rafael Benitez for the Boxing Day home win over Wolves, having figured in more matches this season than any of his colleagues apart from Yossi Benayoun who has also now played in 26 Liverpool games this term.[LNB] Flying Dutchman: Dirk Kuyt is set to be restored to Liverpool's starting line-up[LNB]But for a difficult game at Villa Park, where Liverpool dare notlose if they want to stay in the hunt for a Champions League spot,Kuyt's running and effort will be vital. Liverpool will be without thesuspended Javier Mascherano.[LNB]Provisional squad: Reina,Johnson, Agger, Skrtel, Carragher, Aurelio, Insua, Benayoun, Gerrard,Lucas, Babel, Torres, Kuyt, Aquilani, Cavalieri, Ngog, Spearing, Darby,Pacheco, Dossena.[LNB]CLICK HERE FOR ALL THE BARCLAYS PREMIER LEAGUE TEAM NEWS Lack of Christmas cash frustrates Liverpool manager Rafa Benitez Liverpool 2 Wolves 0: Ward's red card opens the door for GerrardTV presenter Stubbs taken to hospital after feeling ill during Liverpool matchLIVERPOOL FC

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