Vladimir Smicer also picked up an ankle injury in the midweek game with Ipswich and both players will face late fitness tests.
"I won't know until after training today if Emile and Vladi are ok," admitted Houllier. "I don't think their problems are too serious so they should be available."
As publicly announced this week, Chris Kirkland will replace Jerzy Dudek in goal.
"Chris is ready for the opportunity but there's no reason for Jerzy not to be on the bench," confirmed Houllier.