The Spaniard has been troubled by a thigh injury but would not have played at Boundary Park anyway as manager Brendan Rodgers opts for deputy Brad Jones in cup ties.
Rodgers could have an issue at left-back with Jose Enrique (hamstring) still not fully fit and Glen Johnson (hamstring) also doubtful.
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