“Liverpool don’t have a Cesc” – Paul Merson reveals prediction for Liverpool v Chelsea clash

Former England international midfielder Paul Merson has revealed his prediction for Liverpool’s clash with Chelsea tonight in the Premier League. The fixture which takes place at Anfield kicks off at 17:30 tonight.

Liverpool find themselves in fifth spot in the Premier League with 22 points after 12 games. Jurgen Klopp’s side defeated Southampton 3-0 last weekend but were held to a 3-3 draw against Sevilla in the UEFA Champions League on Tuesday.

Chelsea meanwhile sit in third place after racking up 25 points. Antonio Conte’s side already find themselves nine points behind leaders Man City and cannot afford to drop any more points.

Paul Merson believe the Blues will drop points despite having the superior squad. The former Arsenal man expressed disbelief at Liverpool’s draw during the week but believes the Reds will be able to pick up a point at home.

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“I was sitting down with Ian Wright the other day, watching the Sevilla v Liverpool game before The Debate, and I said at half-time it would be 3-3. He said: ‘No chance!” Former England international midfielder Paul Merson told SkySports.

“I said: ‘Wrighty, they play the same way at 3-0 up and 3-0 down!’

They’re still all bombing forward at 3-0, they can’t defend, and Sevilla had good chances in the first half.

If both teams play to the best of their ability, Chelsea will win. They have better players: better defenders, and there’s not much in it attacking-wise. And Liverpool don’t have a Cesc Fabregas to properly hurt you.

I have an inkling this will be a draw at Anfield, however, and that does neither side any favours.