Bolton defender Jlloyd Samuel could make his first league start of the season, having been preferred to Paul Robinson for Tuesday's League Cup win.
Andy O'Brien has recovered from a groin strain and is also in contention.
Greek defender Sotiros Kyrgiakos is on standby to make his Liverpool debut as centre back Martin Skrtel is still troubled by a jaw injury.
Spain international winger Albert Riera is fit and in contention for his first start of the season.
Bolton
Suspended: None Doubtful: None Injured: Gardner (hamstring)
Liverpool
Suspended: None Doubtful: Skrtel (jaw)
Injured: Agger (back), Aquilani (ankle), Aurelio (knee)
Prediction: Bolton +1