It gives Arne Slot's side the chance to extend their lead atop the table to 10 points, albeit they will have played a game more than nearest challengers Arsenal. WATCH – Aston Villa v LiverpoolUnai Emery's Aston Villa coughed up two points at home at the weekend as they couldn’t get past Ipswich Town who had been reduced to 10 players in the first half.

Ruhel: Nunez's missed chances probably cost Klopp's team a league title last season. His abysmal finishing will probably cost Slot's team a league title this season.

Liverpool and Aston Villa will meet in a Premier League clash on Wednesday at Villa Park in Birmingham. The Reds are looking to extend their lead in the standings and a win over Aston could give them a 10-point lead over Arsenal.