Carroll in for Liverpool, but scare for captain Gerrard

06 March 2011 00:35
Andy Carroll is standing by to launch his Liverpool career against their biggest rivals Manchester United - but without the help of captain Steve Gerrard.[LNB] Carroll, who has been recovering from a thigh injury since joining from Newcastle in January, could form a ?58million strikeforce with Luis Suarez against United. [LNB] Ready for action: Liverpool's new signing Andy Carrol[LNB]But Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish must decide whether to risk Gerrard, whose groin injury flared up again in the build-up to the clash at Anfield.[LNB] Gerrard, who only returned from a four-game absence at West Ham last weekend, is too important to risk. If he does sit out the match, defender Jamie Carragher is likely to be captain.[LNB] Carroll has yet to kick a ball for Liverpool since his ?35m move but Liverpool are keen to see him against United's makeshift defence. [LNB] Beware the backlash! Fergie to come out fighting at Anfield after week of woeAs Sir Alex Ferguson prepares for 50th league clash with Liverpool, here are some happy memories for United boss[LNB] [LNB]  Explore more:People: Kenny Dalglish, Jamie Carragher, Andy Carroll Places: Newcastle, Liverpool

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