Bournemouth will visit Southampton on Saturday in a Premier League clash. The team is dealing with several injury problems. Nine players could miss the match due to injuries or international duty.
Evanilson, Enes Unal, Alex Scott, Marcos Senesi, Julian Araujo, and Adam Smith are all recovering from injuries. Julio Soler is still playing in the South American Under-20 Championship.
James Hill and Luis Sinisterra are close to returning but might not be ready for this Southampton vs Bournemouth match. Andoni Iraola did not rotate his squad much in the FA Cup win over Everton. Many players from that match will keep their places in the starting eleven.
Kepa Arrizabalaga is expected to start in goal. Tyler Adams and Ryan Christie will control the midfield. Dango Ouattara is likely to start as the central striker. Here is the Bournemouth predicted lineup vs Southampton for their Premier League clash at St Mary's Stadium.
Bournemouth predicted lineup vs Southampton - Premier League
Goalkeeper: Kepa Arrizabalaga
Kepa Arrizabalaga is expected to start in goal. He is experienced and good with the ball at his feet.
Right Back: Lewis Cook
Lewis Cook will likely play as a right-back. He is usually a midfielder but has adapted well to this role.
Centre Back: Illia Zabarnyi
Illia Zabarnyi will play in central defence. He is strong in the air and reads the game well.
Centre Back: Dean Huijsen
Dean Huijsen is expected to partner Zabarnyi. He is young but has shown great composure in defence.
Left Back: Milos Kerkez
Milos Kerkez will start at left-back. He is quick and supports the attack with overlapping runs.
Central Midfielder: Ryan Christie
Ryan Christie is expected to start in midfield. He works hard and helps both in attack and defence.
Central Midfielder: Tyler Adams
Tyler Adams will likely partner Christie in midfield. He is energetic and strong in tackles.
Right Winger: David Brooks
David Brooks is expected to start on the right wing. He is creative and can deliver dangerous crosses.
Attacking Midfielder: Justin Kluivert
Justin Kluivert is likely to play behind the striker. He has good dribbling skills and can create chances.
Left Winger: Antoine Semenyo
Antoine Semenyo will likely start on the left wing. He is fast and can cut inside to shoot.
Striker: Dango Ouattara
Dango Ouattara is expected to lead the attack. He is strong and can trouble defenders with his movement.
Bournemouth predicted lineup vs Southampton (4-2-3-1): Kepa; Cook, Zabarnyi, Huijsen, Kerkez; Christie, Adams; Brooks, Kluivert, Semenyo; Ouattara.