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Liverpool injury updates and anticipated return dates: Luis Diaz, Alexis Mac Allister, and Kostas Tsimikas

In the 1-1 draw with Arsenal, Liverpool’s injury issues worsened as Kostas Tsimikas and Luis Diaz had to be substituted.

The injuries Jurgen Klopp and Liverpool are dealing with keep getting worse.

Kostas Tsimikas and Luis Diaz both had to depart from Saturday’s 1-1 draw with Arsenal due to injuries, adding to the already stretched roster.

Due to Tsimikas’ injury, both of Liverpool’s senior left backs are currently out of action, and Andy Robertson is still recovering from a shoulder problem. It appears like Diaz worsened a previous knee injury, but it’s not yet clear if the Colombian would have to miss time with the club as a result.

The list of players that Klopp is currently unable to use is below; nine of them are presently on the treatment table.

Tsimikas Kostas

After being challenged by Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka, the Greek defender was badly hurt as Tsimikas landed awkwardly on his shoulder.

Saka brought him down, and he seemed like he was in considerable discomfort when he clattered into Klopp on the touchline.

After Saturday’s 1-1 draw, the manager of Liverpool stated that Tsimikas’ condition was not improving. “He [Tsimikas] broke his collarbone at least,” stated Klopp. That is very detrimental to us.

Anticipated date of return: Unknown

Luis Diaz

Diaz, who was also hurt against Arsenal, is hoping that his knee pain isn’t a chronic problem.

Following a 3-2 loss against the Gunners in October 2022, the Colombian sustained a knee injury that kept him out of action for several months last season.

The former Porto winger was taken out of the game on Saturday due to a nagging pain in the same area of his body.

After the game, Klopp gave reporters an update on Diaz, saying, “I hope not [serious].” He was in anguish; it was knee on knee, and we wanted to change twice at that precise moment before Lucho passed out.

We actually intended to wait to see if Lucho needed to be taken off, but we ultimately changed all three as we could no longer wait for Lucho to be as he is.

“We play in three days, and you never know how quickly the turnaround is, so we’ll have to see,” Lucho said to me. The physios weren’t too concerned. I’m not sure.

Anticipated date of return: Unknown

Alexis Mac Allister

After being sidelined following a cut to his knee during the 1-0 victory against Sheffield United earlier this month, Mac Allister is getting closer to returning to action.

The Argentine’s ailment, which was first believed to be minor, turned out to be more serious than anticipated, which has caused him to miss several games.

On Friday, however, Klopp offered an upbeat appraisal of Mac Allister’s situation, saying: “Macca and Diogo getting closer and closer but not ready for tomorrow.” That concludes it.

Anticipated date of return: January

Joel Matip

Joel Matip, a defender for Liverpool, had surgery to repair an anterior cruciate ligament injury. The 32-year-old, whose contract at Anfield is coming to an end, will probably miss the remainder of the campaign.

In the 70th minute of the thrilling 4-3 victory over Fulham, he was left injured on the Anfield pitch following an off-the-ball incident.

“Unfortunately, I anticipated that it would be an ACL tear from the outset. That was how everything appeared. Very regrettable,” Klopp remarked.

Anticipated Date of return: 2024–2025 season

Andy Robertson

Andy Robertson, a defender for Liverpool, will make a welcome comeback in January after missing time due to a shoulder injury sustained while playing for Scotland internationally.

The captain of the Tartan Army had surgery to realign his shoulder, and he hasn’t played since. As a result, he hasn’t been able to watch Scotland’s victorious Euro 2024 qualifying campaign or watch the Reds ascend to the Premier League.

Earlier this week, Klopp talked on the Scot’s health, saying, “I sat yesterday pretty long with him and actually he’s doing well.” The fact that the shoulder is somewhat absent is the issue. The remainder of the body is fine, but we will need to exercise some patience. It’s okay; we just need to exercise a little more patience.

He finds it very annoying that he cannot perform ball training, passing drills, or other such activities because he is already capable of performing all the physical labour, but not in an appropriate manner. However, once he’s physically prepared to leave and granted shoulder mobility, I believe his return will not take too long. We’re all hoping for January, but I’m not sure.”

Anticipated date of return: January

Diogo Jota

The Reds have missed the dynamic forward greatly ever since he was hurt in a 1-1 draw against Manchester City on November 25.

What is certain is that Jota will soon be contributing to Liverpool’s attack once more, as Klopp stated the former Wolves player was becoming “closer and closer” to Mac Allister.

The Portugal international might make a return when Newcastle United visits on New Year’s Day.

Anticipated date of return: January

Ben Doak

Ben Doak recently suffered a knee injury that required him to leave an under-21 match versus Chelsea.

With appearances in both the Carabao Cup and Europa League, Doak was starting to enjoy a first-team position at this point, so it’s a major setback.

It is unlikely that the Scot will be hurried back any time soon. Regarding his condition, Pep Lijnders, the assistant manager of Liverpool, stated: “That’s not a good one.” He tore his meniscus on the side, requiring surgery.

“That one will require more time. He is young, physically fit, and optimistic, so it is likely that he will return stronger. However, we need him to return with the same intensity and passion that he did when he was playing the ball. We’ll wait for him even if he takes some time.

Anticipated date of return: Unknown

Thiago Alcantara

Thiago Alcantara, a midfielder for Liverpool, hasn’t played for the Reds since their April victory against West Ham United.

The midfield maestro has been troubled by a hip condition, which led him to get surgery to hopefully resolve the issue.

The last news regarding Thiago was released in November, and Klopp expressed optimism that the No. 6 will return to play in January.

“It’s a continuous issue,” the Reds’ manager added. We also can’t put any pressure on him there, but we anticipate his return sometime in the new year. Since November has already arrived, which translates to an additional four weeks, I think it would be reasonable to attempt that.

“To be honest, we are eager for him to return. The player is simply outstanding. I appreciate your inquiry, however at this time we are unable to provide a week-by-week update as things are not going to alter significantly.”

Anticipated date of return: January

Stefan Bajcetic

Following several injury setbacks, Stefan Bajcetic has had a trying time with Liverpool.

During a terrible time for the team, he had a fantastic rookie season. However, in March, a stress reaction in his adductor caused his campaign to end. After experiencing a calf problem, Bajcetic made a comeback in September with appearances in the Carabao Cup and Europa League. However, his participation against LASK Linz turned out to be his final one.

There is no clear date for the midfielder’s recovery.

In November, Klopp stated, “With Stefan, it’s again one of these things.” “To put it plainly, Stefan has amazing qualities that anybody might see—be they potential, talent, or something else entirely. What a teammate.

“But the fact is that he was not yet ready. These boys are still developing. Every one of them is unique. We have other guys that have different bodies and [skeletal growth], and that’s okay.

“With others, it’s a little early, so we’ll just need to apply the brake once more and wait for everything to calm down. Then Liverpool has a fantastic player at their disposal.

However, we simply have to wait because there isn’t any time that we can or will put on that. He is present, training, going about his business. Since we already know how excellent he is, we must now make sure that we assist him in getting a body to match — not just once, but three times a week. This is excellent news for the club—we will arrive. We simply cannot utilise him at this time.”

December 26, 2023
André could make move fans of Liverpool would be furious, but Jürgen Klopp already has the successor of Thiago

Liverpool has decided to forgo their pursuit of André in the transfer window, as they may be preparing to give Alexis Mac Allister the authority to succeed Thiago Alcântara.

On Friday, Liverpool supporters had another opportunity to examine André Trindade up close—this time against Premier League opponents. And there are few exams as difficult than the one against Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City team.

Despite the opinions of Reds supporters regarding the Brazilian’s performance, it appears that a transfer to Anfield is no longer in the cards. Many who had possibly considered André as a potential successor to a certain Liverpool star may find that to be a devastating blow.

Since coming to Merseyside in the summer of 2020, Thiago Alcântara has positioned himself as a unique kind of footballer. The midfielder, who is of Italian descent, recently joined Liverpool after helping Bayern Munich win the Champions League. Jürgen Klopp will gain from having a true controller in his squad.

At the time, Pep Lijnders, his assistant, remarked of him, “This team deserves a player like him,” characterising him as a “solution” the Reds might employ on the pitch. Even though Liverpool’s midfielders weren’t naturally adept at controlling the game from the middle of the pitch, the team’s engine room was nonetheless plenty of energy and enterprise at the time.

When he’s got the ball, Thiago plays with composure and technique. He acknowledged in an interview with Liverpool’s Walk On Magazine that he is a conductor at heart. He declared at the time, “Running is not my thing.” “My role is to adjust the team’s speed to suit the situation.”

Due to his persistent injury issues, he hasn’t always been able to play a key role for Klopp, but when he has, he has shown himself to be a player that is a cut above many around him. In general, he has made Liverpool more difficult to defend against and given his team’s possession style a new dimension.

But it appears that his time at Anfield will come to an end next summer. Given that he is currently 32 years old and that his contract is set to expire in 2024, it is logical to assume that Klopp will not extend it while he works to integrate the younger players.

It will be a significant loss to lose Thiago, especially if Liverpool can’t find a replacement. It could be due to the fact that Klopp has only ever coached two natural controllers in Thiago and possibly İlkay Gündoğan: those who dictate the tempo and direction of games are hard to come by on the transfer market.

The Reds looked into a deal for André, a possible replacement, six months ago. The midfielder for Fluminense, who controlled the centre of the field for his club, went on to win the Copa Libertadores. He seldom ever lost possession and, on average, had more touches than any of his competitors.

Around that time, André was being predicted to succeed Thiago, but reports later surfaced that Liverpool, although having made an inquiry in the summer, is no longer interested in signing him (via This is Anfield). Furthermore, the Brazilian might potentially inflict the ultimate insult on the Reds in terms of transfers.

ESPN reports that André has been consulting with Casemiro because Manchester United sees him as the perfect replacement for their international colleague at Old Trafford. It’s one thing to ignore a transfer target, but some supporters will undoubtedly find it difficult to watch him end up with your fiercest competitor.

Although the reason behind Liverpool’s lack of interest in André is still unknown, Alexis Mac Allister’s ascent may have contributed to the shift in sentiment. This summer, the Argentina international moved from Brighton and Hove Albion to the Reds, where he has since excelled in a new role.

Mac Allister has been positioned further back by Klopp for the most of this season, despite having spent the majority of his career as a creative spark in the final third. Although there have been times when he has struggled defensively, overall Liverpool has played well together, and after 17 games, the Reds are currently only one point behind Arsenal at the top of the Premier League table.

When he has been in possession, Mac Allister has provided particular benefits. He is calm and collected, much like Thiago, and he often tries cutting passes to his strikers. Although he is not nearly a natural controller, the World Cup winner is currently Liverpool’s best option.

It’s probable that Klopp has a plan for the team’s future that includes Mac Allister in one way or another. The Reds may be poised to give more authority to the man who has already contributed significantly on the pitch this season, since Thiago is set to depart and André is no longer travelling to Anfield.

Not nearly a conductor yet, Mac Allister. Nevertheless, at just 24 years old, he still has plenty of time to develop on Merseyside and fill Thiago’s shoes in the years to come.

December 23, 2023
Salah and the four potential January departures from Liverpool

In an attempt to solidify their title challenge, Liverpool will examine their alternatives during the January transfer window; yet, making additions may require Jurgen Klopp to part with some of his best players.

The Reds, who spent over €150 million in the summer, are currently one point behind Premier League leaders Arsenal. However, due to injuries to important players, it is possible that purchases will be made this winter.

Liverpool signed Cody Gakpo in January of last year, signalling that they would be amenable to a suitable deal should one come up, but it’s probable they’ll need to offload players before adding any big names to their roster.

FootballTransfers examines which players might depart Anfield in order to assist Klopp with any upcoming acquisitions next month.

Thiago Alcantara

Thiago Alcantara’s tenure at Liverpool is probably coming to an end in 2024 because his contract is set to expire in the summer and an extension seems improbable.

Although Klopp anticipates that the 32-year-old will be eligible for selection next month, it’s possible that Thiago is being sold to get Liverpool a return on a player who will be leaving for free and hasn’t been a regular member of the team this season. Thiago hasn’t played since April.

Saudi Arabian teams are rumoured to be interested in Thiago, and Liverpool is willing to accept a lowball offer to remove the Spaniard’s pay so they can use the funds for other projects.

Fabio Carvalho

Fabio Carvalho, who signed with RB Leipzig on loan to replace Dominik Szoboszlai, who transferred to Liverpool at the same time, was expected to have a breakthrough season.

Carvalho has only made one start in the Bundesliga, which was in September. Since then, he has played fewer than 100 minutes of league football, which is why Liverpool decided to terminate his loan in January.

Carvalho may be a squad option when he returns, but it’s more likely that the 21-year-old will go out on loan once more to get more first team experience, as Liverpool still think highly of the player despite his difficulties.

Nat Phillips

Nat Phillips, who has made just three starts for Celtic and whose loan with the Scottish giants is set to expire at the end of the month, is another player in a similar situation to Carvalho.

After Joel Matip suffered a long-term injury, Phillips might be called upon to fill in as backup defender, but it’s more probable that the 26-year-old will be sent on loan or moved permanently.

With just 18 months remaining on his deal and interest from other teams in the past, Phillips is a player that Liverpool will probably have little trouble cutting ties with despite his meagre 19 Premier League appearances.

Mohamed Salah

Although Liverpool finds it incomprehensible to part with a club legend and their most valuable player in the middle of the season, Saudi Pro League teams will still be trying their luck to get Mohamed Salah.

Salah is seen as the ideal athlete for Saudi Arabia’s athletic endeavours, and during the summer, they had a proposal of more than €100 million rejected for the Egyptian.

Salah’s contract expires in 2026, and while Liverpool may accept that he will eventually move to the Gulf, a record transfer offer might encourage the Reds to part ways with their talisman as soon as possible in the hopes of bringing in younger players with a comparable pedigree.

More news……

Liverpool and two other Premier League rivals are vying for the 25-year-old South American’s signature.

Douglas Luiz, a midfielder for Aston Villa, has been connected to a departure from the team in recent months.

According to a report from 90 Min, Liverpool has now entered the competition for the 25-year-old Brazilian midfielder, who is reportedly being watched by many Premier League clubs.

It seems that Liverpool has expressed interest in signing the player should he decide to leave Aston Villa. Liverpool could use more players like the 25-year-old, who has established himself as one of the Premier League’s most dependable midfielders.

Alexis Mac Allister has had to fill in as their defensive midfielder this season because they were unable to buy a quality player during the summer transfer window. The Argentine international is better suited as a number eight, and Mac Allister will be able to play for his country now that Luiz has arrived.

Luiz could finish off Jurgen Klopp’s midfield group for the foreseeable future and would be a great fit for the Liverpool midfield.

The athlete has also been connected to Manchester City and Arsenal.

The player may find the chance to play for a major club appealing, but it appears that the West Midlands club is unwilling to allow him go in January. This season, Aston Villa has been very strong, and they are trying to qualify for the Champions League. It is unclear if Liverpool will want to make a test offer in January, but they won’t want to deplete the team anytime soon

December 21, 2023
Seven injured Liverpool players might miss the encounter against Man City.

When Liverpool takes on Manchester City at the Etihad on Saturday, November 25, in their Premier League match at the top of the standings, there are several injury concerns.

Prior to their victory over Brentford, Ibrahima Konate and Joe Gomez were sidelined by two further injuries for Liverpool.

Prior to the arrival of Thomas Frank’s dominant team, Liverpool was concerned about the health of both captain Virgil van Dijk and Ryan Gravenberch, who were out from the team’s midweek Europa League loss to Toulouse due to illness and injury, respectively.

Gravenberch was sidelined in the 3-0 victory over Brentford, but the rest of the team did Van Dijk the world of good as he put up another outstanding performance at the back. Additionally, Reds manager Jurgen Klopp had few choices in the midfield because Alexis Mac Allister was suspended for one game and had injuries to Curtis Jones, Thiago Alcantara, and Stefan Bajcetic. Trey Nyoni, a 16-year-old who is highly regarded, had to be included on the bench for the first time since he moved from Leicester City in the summer

However, defence issues also beset Klopp, as Gomez and Konate joined Andy Robertson on the sidelines. Due to his injury, Konate has been left out of Didier Deschamps’ France squad for their matches against Gibraltar and Greece this month. Axel Disasi, a defender for Chelsea, has taken Konate’s position.

The official diagnosis pertaining to Konate and Gomez remains undisclosed. Although Mac Allister is expected to make a comeback for Saturday’s top-of-the-table encounter at the Etihad Stadium against Manchester City, Klopp is concerned about some players’ fitness.

Ibrahima Konate

Even though Konate’s condition is now unknown, it is serious enough that he will miss France’s next international matches due to it.

After the international break in October, the 24-year-old returned with a problem that kept him out of Liverpool’s victory over Everton. Last month, Klopp, who has been vocal about his displeasure with the number of fixtures and player welfare, made fun of Les Bleus manager Gérard Deschamps. “He (Konate) did not start tonight,” he declared. Not even in the squad, he is.

“I adore everything about Ibou, but we’ve taken advantage of this opportunity to give him a little break. Ibou struggles with injuries occasionally, and Monsieur Deschamps gave him 90 and 87 minutes of play in the last two games. Of course, he could have played tonight, but he has another show on Sunday.

“Tell Monsieur Deschamps that’s how you rest a player,” Ibou instructed. Not thirty minutes only. However, we couldn’t be happier with Ibou. He’s an incredible boy and a great footballer, and France is lucky to have him.

Fabrice Hawkins of RMC Sport reported that Konate sat out the Brentford match due to a hamstring injury. He sent the following tweet: “Ibrahima Konaté will not be playing for Liverpool this weekend due to a minor muscle injury he sustained during the warm-up on Thursday in Toulouse while playing in the Europa League. It will take around two weeks to treat his damage.”

Joe Gomez

Considering how well the England international has started the season, Gomez’s absence was unexpected and disappointing.

The 26-year-old’s play declined the previous campaign, and the Reds were eliminated from the Champions League. He has, nevertheless, thus far demonstrated defensive consistency and adaptability, which has been essential to the team’s early-season success.

Ryan Gravenberch

Gravenberch might have made an appearance against Brentford, as Klopp had previously suggested, but he would be ready for selection during the international break.

Ryan has a minor niggle in his knee, according to the Liverpool boss, who made this announcement on Wednesday. “We hope Brentford has a chance and he will return after the international break, but it doesn’t assist for today. He was running today (Wednesday). This is the reason Toulouse isn’t present.

Curtis Jones

Jones has missed the last three games for the Reds due to a “low grade” hamstring injury he sustained during Liverpool’s Carabao Cup victory over AFC Bournemouth, but he should be back for the trip to Manchester City.

“Curtis had a minor hamstring problem. He will return after the international break, but not before. It’s a very minor hamstring strain,” Klopp remarked.

“After receiving a red card for lack of rhythm and winning the games, he was in fantastic shape but felt a touch off. When I took him off against Bournemouth, he was resting in the dressing room and felt something, but he didn’t feel anything there. We had a very low-grade scan, but it cleared him.

Andy Robertson.

Robertson is also not present. After sustaining a dislocated shoulder during the Tartan Army’s loss to Spain in October, the captain of Scotland has been sidelined.

Following surgery for the injury, Robertson is anticipated to make a comeback in the upcoming year.

Thiago Alcantara
As a result of a setback in his recuperation from pelvic surgery, Thiago is still not able to perform.

The Spaniard’s 31-minute cameo against West Ham United in April was his last appearance for Liverpool. He is anticipated to return in the upcoming year.

Stefan Bajcetic
Bajcetic is also not playing since he experienced a setback in his recuperation from an injury. His current issue is unrelated to the one that ended his historic campaign the previous year.

But there’s no date of return for the young Spanish man.

November 15, 2023
Liverpool injury latest before Toulouse, Curtis Jones update coming as three players are absent

Before Toulouse, three players from Liverpool were injured, and there will be an update on Curtis Jones.

After a 1-1 draw at Kenilworth Road against Luton, Liverpool disappointed London. Many predicted that Jürgen Klopp’s team would easily defeat the North London team and take all three points, but the home team outplayed Liverpool and disappointed them. Luis Díaz’s goal for Liverpool in the final seconds of play sealed a draw.

Liverpool is currently three points behind Manchester City, the league leaders, in third place in the Premier League standings. The two teams will square off at the end of the month, and fireworks are always guaranteed when these two get together.

A long list of injuries to many of Klopp’s key players hindered Liverpool’s season last year. But this season is different; although the infirmary isn’t as full as it was a year ago, the German team still lacks a few players.

Here is the most recent injury report prior to Thursday, November 9’s Europa League match against Toulouse. Due to his suspension against Brentford this weekend, Alexis Mac Allister is expected to play in Europe during the middle of the workweek.

Stefan Bajčetić and Thiago Alcântara

After extended injuries, neither Thiago Alcântara nor Stefan Bajčetić have returned to training for Liverpool. In a recent statement, Klopp said that the Spaniard won’t return to action until early in 2024.

According to Klopp, “it’s an ongoing thing and we cannot put any kind of pressure on there as well,” on November 3. “We expect him to be back — and I would say probably the start of the New Year.” In late April, Thiago made his Liverpool debut in a 2-1 victory over West Ham.

Regarding Bajčetic, Klopp concurs that the player won’t be making a quick comeback to the field; patience is the key. “We are unsure of his expected return date.

Once more, it’s one of these things with Stefan. Although everyone could see Stefan’s amazing quality, potential, and talent—what a player!—the physique was not yet prepared, according to Klopp.

Curtis Jones and Andy Robertson

During his national duty for Scotland in the Euro 2024 qualifier against Spain, the player sustained an injury. During the encounter, Robertson had to be hauled off after landing awkwardly on his shoulder. At this point, Klopp is unsure of how long the 29-year-old will be sidelined following surgery to fix the damage.

“Robbo had surgery and [it] all went well, as good as it could be, so the recovery starts after he wakes up,” Klopp stated on the 25th of October. “I believe it took place this morning. That is all. The first stage is completed, which is wonderful, even though we have no idea how long it will take or anything else.”

Luke Chambers started the Europa League match against Toulouse, but Kostas Tsimikas has been a regular stand-in for Robertson at left back. Calum Scanlon is an additional youthful alternative that may be considered.

Due to a “minor fitness issue,” Jones was unable to play in the Luton match. As of right now, it is unknown if he will be available for the Toulouse match. Klopp might give an update during his press conference, but it’s unlikely that he will be absent for very long as he could play in at least one of this week’s games.

November 8, 2023
Injury update for Liverpool: most recent information and potential return dates for Andy Robertson, Cody Gakpo, and Thiago

Even after winning the Merseyside derby, Jurgen Klopp still faces a major problem.

Liverpool return to the Premier League on Merseyside with Everton.

Mohamed Salah scored a second-half brace at Anfield on Saturday as Ashley Young Jurgen Klopp’s side returned from the international break with a morale-boosting win over their local rivals to move up to third in the top flight.
Unbeaten Spurs are just a point behind Fulham on Monday night.

Manchester United are currently busy with a Europa League game against French side Toulouse on Thursday, a Championship trip to Nottingham Forest next weekend and a Carabao Cup fourth round tie with Bournemouth.

Klopp still has one or two major fitness concerns as his side look to continue challenging for trophies on three fronts.
Here’s the latest Liverpool injury news and return date.

Andy Robertson

Klopp’s standout player is Robertson, who normally plays at left-back but will need surgery after picking up an injury sustained on international duty in Scotland’s Euro 2024 win over Spain last week.

Greek Kostas Tsimikas is expected to feature for Everton for at least the next few weeks, with the manager admitting Robertson will be out “for a while”.

Klopp before the derby: “The decision is about operations.
Anyway, there was little chance to try, but after talking to many experts, it sounds like surgery would be better in the long run, meaning he’d be gone for a while.

“I don’t know exactly how long it will take, but shoulder surgery is not easy.
“My experience is that he will be back very quickly in training, but not in football because he has to be careful and has problems etc. He will be gone for a while.”

Potential return date: January 2024

Cody Gakpo

The Dutch forward was left out of the matchday squad against Everton after injuring his knee in last month’s controversial defeat to Tottenham.
However, Gakpo returned to training at Kirkby ahead of the derby and is sure to push for a return to the first team against either Toulouse or Nottingham Forest this week after missing his last three games Liverpool in all competitions.

Potential return date: October 26 vs.
toulouse

Thiago Alcantara

The Spaniard has been out of Liverpool since April after undergoing hip surgery.
He was scheduled to return to training last month, but suffered two setbacks during his rehabilitation and was unable to set foot properly on grass.

It remains to be seen when Thiago will return as he will certainly need time to improve his game to recover from these difficulties.
As of now, November or December seems likely, but it’s hard to say until there’s a proper update from someone other than the boss.

Potential return date: December 2023

Stefan Bajcetic

Baysetic returned for two games in September after being sidelined since March with a groin problem which hampered the academy graduate midfielder’s impressive 2022/23 campaign.

The Spaniard made his debut in the Europa League game against LASK and then in the Carabao Cup tie with Leicester, but was ruled out with a minor calf problem.

The injury does not appear to be serious and Klopp will likely be hoping for a return soon.
Potential return date: November 1 vs Bournemouth

Ben Doak

Doak missed the match against Everton due to a muscle injury while playing for Scotland Under-21s.

It remains to be seen how long the 17-year-old will be out.
“Scotland Ben Doak has very little muscle,” Klopp said on Friday.
“So we’ll have to wait and see (how long that takes), but we won’t have time over the weekend.”

This is good news for Liverpool.
Back-up goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher returned to the bench this weekend after suffering a knee injury that required 12 stitches before the international break.

October 23, 2023
Jürgen Klopp still needs to unleash four players for Liverpool as the actual Man City edge becomes apparent.

Jürgen Klopp will be happy with Liverpool’s strong start to the season. However, the Reds have more in store, including the return of a few players.

Already in the new season, Liverpool has had a very successful start.
Juergen Klopp’s team could have been leading the Premier League table if a few things had gone differently in the VAR hub during the Spurs match.

Furthermore, even after receiving four red cards already and winning some difficult matches, this is still the case.

Before an enticing trip to Manchester City, the next four games—Everton, Nottingham Forest, Luton, and Brentford—all appear winnable.

Liverpool appears to be in a much better position this season than it was the previous one, even though there is still a long way to go.
This is largely due to Klopp’s summertime midfield makeover.

Liverpool has added two more midfielders to their roster, Thiago Alcântara and Stefan Bajčetić, to go along with new additions Alexis Mac Allister, Dominik Szoboszlai, Wataru Endō, and Ryan Gravenberch. The Spanish duo has mostly suffered injuries thus far.

As a matter of fact, Thiago has not played a minute this season, and Bajčetić has been carefully managed following a season-ending injury that kept him out for nearly half a year.
Before the international break, Klopp stated that both players were getting closer to making a return.

Although, for obvious reasons, neither player should be depended upon excessively, it would be a huge advantage for Liverpool to occasionally insert both into its lineup.

Last season, Bajčetić demonstrated his potential at the senior level, and Thiago, despite his frequent injuries, is a fantastic midfield player.

Despite being healthy the entire season, Harvey Elliott didn’t start until against Brighton, where the midfield appeared unbalanced without Curtis Jones.

However, Elliott hasn’t exactly been let loose yet either; we’ve only really seen tidbits of his true nature.

It is quite possible that in the upcoming months, he will play a bigger role as a rotation player in the Carabao Cup and Europa League and a very good option to have off the bench.

If he continues to have success in his cameos, there will be more opportunities to use him at the Amex Stadium, where he will be much more effective against weaker opponents.

Conor Bradley is yet another young talent that has missed time due to injury.
Though Joe Gomez is more effective when he plays in the center, Bradley may not be the first choice.

Instead of replacing Trent Alexander-Arnold, Gomez could be able to play more centers.

This would give Klopp additional defensive options to choose from, allowing Liverpool to rotate more easily for the upcoming non-Premier League games, where winning is still crucial for the season overall.

As he gets back into action, Bradley might be able to fulfill his goal of watching the Europa League games throughout the summer.

In actuality, Liverpool is the team in the nation with the most depth, especially when it comes to attack.

Although it was expensive to lose Diogo Jota (suspension) and Cody Gakpo (injury) for the Brighton match, Liverpool would rarely be without more than one attacker if they fielded Mohamed Salah, Luis Díaz, and Darwin Núñez.

In contrast, Jack Grealish and Jérémy Doku are not as dependable as the goal-scoring options available to Klopp, and Manchester City has suffered without Rodri and Kevin De Bruyne.
Every attacker for Liverpool poses a serious risk.

Even though not every player in Liverpool’s deep squad will be available and fit at any given time in the main, this is a benefit that will become more and more apparent as the season goes on.

The real depth of talent the Reds possess will only become more evident as players like Thiago get back to full health.

October 15, 2023
Liverpool injury update: Latest news and return dates for Stefan Bajcetic, Cody Gakpo and Thiago Alcantara

For Everton’s visit to Anfield, Liverpool might welcome back three players to the first team picture.

Following the international break, several first-team stars will return, giving Liverpool a boost.

Jurgen Klopp’s team has had a strong start to the Premier League season and sits just three points off Tottenham and Arsenal, despite having to settle for a draw against Brighton on Sunday.

The Liverpool manager will be eager to have players like Cody Gakpo and Stefan Bajcetic available to him once more because a derby match against Everton is scheduled to take place immediately following the international matches.

Here are the most recent injury updates for Liverpool.

Cody Gakpo.

After leaving the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium a week ago wearing a knee brace after being taken off the field at halftime of that game, there were concerns that Cody Gakpo would have to spend a significant amount of time on the sidelines.

A “good chance” exists that the Dutchman will be healthy and available to play against Everton after the international break, according to Klopp, who revealed that the injury kept him out of the draw with Brighton.

“He is already out of the brace, walks normally around, so from all the very, very bad opportunities and possibilities injury-wise, I think he nearly got the best but is still injured,” Klopp said.

Thiago Alcantara.

Due to hip surgery at the end of the previous season, Thiago Alcantara has not yet played in this season.

The midfielder was getting close to playing again, but a few minor setbacks have hindered his recovery.
Though the Everton game may be scheduled too soon, the Liverpool manager has expressed the hope that Thiago will be available soon after the international break.

He has now experienced two setbacks in his rehabilitation, neither of which were severe but were sufficient to remove him from the field once more, according to Klopp.

“Clearly, the injury is not the same, but it is somewhat similar.

26 October, 2023 against Toulouse is a possible return date.

Stephen Bajcetic.

In the Europa League match against LASK, Stefan Bajcetic made his long-awaited comeback from injury by starting.
He then came off the bench in the victory over Leicester in the Carabao Cup a week later.

The teenager has not participated since, according to Klopp, who claimed that the teenager “felt something else” after making his comeback.

Like Thiago, it is not thought to be a serious problem, so there is a chance he could play in the Merseyside derby.

Conor Bradley,

Conor Bradley had a stress fracture in his back, it was revealed at the end of August.

Bradley’s status for the remainder of Northern Ireland’s Euro 2024 qualification campaign is described by manager Michael O’Neill as “extreme doubt,” which suggests he might miss the team’s final two games in mid-November.

Last week, Klopp provided a more upbeat update, but he was clear that Liverpool would not rush Bradley back into action.

Conor is returning and running, but in that age group and with these kinds of injuries you tend to give them three weeks more than not enough because it has to do with the body’s growing process and other things like this, the Liverpool said.

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JURGEN KLOPP CONFIRMS ‘OUTSTANDING’ LIVERPOOL PLAYER JUST SUFFERED AN INJURY

Following yet another setback in the Liverpool star’s quest to get back in shape, Jurgen Klopp has now spoken out about the most recent “annoying” injury he has seen.

After having surgery at the end of the previous season, the 32-year-old hasn’t played for the Reds since April. Liverpool sent the Spaniard for surgery in the hopes that it would treat Thiago’s chronic hip injury.
Further issues with his recovery at Melwood, however, have since surfaced.

Initially, Thiago’s return to training in August gave manager Klopp a major boost. But just as he was about to resume exercising, Thiago returned to the clinic a few weeks later.
Following the emergence of a new issue, the 46-cap international is now facing a second protected absence.

Thiago’s latest injury is “annoying,” according to Klopp, the manager of Liverpool.

As Liverpool manage another injury, Klopp has confirmed that Thiago is still far from making his eagerly anticipated comeback.
Despite not being a major issue, it is serious enough to prevent a return.
The two injuries that have troubled him for months have nothing to do with his current problem.

The Liverpool Echo reported that Klopp said, “It’s just, for him especially, it’s annoying.”.
His rehabilitation has now experienced two setbacks. Not much, but enough to remove him from the field once more.
It is obviously not the same injury at all, but it is somewhat similar.

Following the Spaniard’s hip injury that required surgery, Thiago missed Liverpool’s final six Premier League games of the 2022–23 season.
After just 18 appearances, of which he began in 14, his campaign came to an end in April.
Only 1,256 minutes of league play would be allotted to Thiago by Klopp.

At Anfield, Thiago has never managed to stay fit for the entire season.

Liverpool and Klopp will have hoped for better this season given the numerous injuries Thiago dealt with last year.
Over the course of their Premier League season, he spent four periods on the sidelines.
As a result of an injury, Thiago missed three of those time periods.

A full season of fitness hasn’t been achieved by the Spaniard since Klopp acquired Thiago from Bayern Munich for an initial £20 million, with a further £25 million to be paid in September 2020. The midfielder, who Klopp has praised as “outstanding,” has consistently missed at least one extended period of time

October 11, 2023
JURGEN KLOPP CONFIRMS ‘OUTSTANDING’ LIVERPOOL PLAYER JUST SUFFERED AN INJURY

Following yet another setback in the Liverpool star’s quest to get back in shape, Jurgen Klopp has now spoken out about the most recent “annoying” injury he has seen.

After having surgery at the end of the previous season, the 32-year-old hasn’t played for the Reds since April. Liverpool sent the Spaniard for surgery in the hopes that it would treat Thiago’s chronic hip injury.
Further issues with his recovery at Melwood, however, have since surfaced.

Initially, Thiago’s return to training in August gave manager Klopp a major boost. But just as he was about to resume exercising, Thiago returned to the clinic a few weeks later.
Following the emergence of a new issue, the 46-cap international is now facing a second protected absence.

Thiago’s latest injury is “annoying,” according to Klopp, the manager of Liverpool.

As Liverpool manage another injury, Klopp has confirmed that Thiago is still far from making his eagerly anticipated comeback.
Despite not being a major issue, it is serious enough to prevent a return.
The two injuries that have troubled him for months have nothing to do with his current problem.

The Liverpool Echo reported that Klopp said, “It’s just, for him especially, it’s annoying.”.
His rehabilitation has now experienced two setbacks. Not much, but enough to remove him from the field once more.
It is obviously not the same injury at all, but it is somewhat similar.

Following the Spaniard’s hip injury that required surgery, Thiago missed Liverpool’s final six Premier League games of the 2022–23 season.
After just 18 appearances, of which he began in 14, his campaign came to an end in April.
Only 1,256 minutes of league play would be allotted to Thiago by Klopp.

At Anfield, Thiago has never managed to stay fit for the entire season.

Liverpool and Klopp will have hoped for better this season given the numerous injuries Thiago dealt with last year.
Over the course of their Premier League season, he spent four periods on the sidelines.
As a result of an injury, Thiago missed three of those time periods.

A full season of fitness hasn’t been achieved by the Spaniard since Klopp acquired Thiago from Bayern Munich for an initial £20 million, with a further £25 million to be paid in September 2020. The midfielder, who Klopp has praised as “outstanding,” has consistently missed at least one extended period of time.

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Michail Antonio declares Liverpool to have “won” As he speaks out about his embarrassing pre-match remarks

At Anfield last month, Liverpool defeated West Ham with ease.
Before remaining very quiet on the field, Michail Antonio had made a number of audacious claims in the lead-up.

After West Ham’s defeat to Liverpool, striker Michail Antonio broke his silence to address the controversy surrounding his pre-game remarks.

Antonio expressed optimism in West Ham’s ability to defeat the then-unbeaten Liverpool team and advance further in the Premier League standings during comments made prior to the game at Anfield on the Footballers’ Football Podcast.
Fans, the media, and others were outraged by these remarks.
Even though he made bold statements, West Ham lost, and he was very quiet.

Despite his earlier predictions, Antonio had little effect on the actual game, which Liverpool won 3-1.

His absence from the podcast after the game allowed co-host Callum Wilson to highlight his underwhelming performance metrics.

Antonio’s absence was thought to be related to West Ham’s participation in the Carabao Cup third round matchup with Lincoln City.
However, Antonio only recently addressed this issue, jokingly claiming that his coworkers had set him up.

Antonio responded to the criticism by admitting that his predictions were incorrect, but he didn’t let it get to him. He jokingly referred to getting a metaphorical “pie in the face” and declared his willingness to make similar predictions in the future.

Antonio admitted that he erred in judgment, but he also noted that the result might have changed if he had taken advantage of his opportunity during the game. He thought West Ham had a chance to maintain a lead and earn a victory.

It’s interesting how Antonio went one step further and claimed that he “won the game” as a result of the level of obsession some Liverpool fans had for him before and after the game. He asserted that if West Ham had prevailed, some of these supporters might have even shown up at his home.

Antonio’s remarks hinted at the effect he had on Liverpool fans, highlighting the attention he received from them both during and after the game. He jokingly remarked that he continues to get messages from Liverpool supporters.

I have a large pie in my face, but it’s not a problem. I’m not concerned. What is, is what is. Antonio declared, “I’d go through with it again. “We got the game going well, and we had a few good opportunities.

The game might have gone differently if I had seized the opportunity, and we likely would have held onto the lead because that is something we are good at.

It is clear that Antonio is still self-assured and unrepentant despite the controversy and criticism that his remarks may have generated.
He doesn’t hold back when expressing his opinions, even if they turn out to be incorrect, as evidenced by his lighthearted reaction to the circumstance.

Regardless of how the game turned out, West Ham and Liverpool supporters will never forget Antonio’s comments. In many ways, despite the embarrassing outcome for the West Ham star in this instance, we shouldn’t discourage footballers from being so open and willing to speak out.

October 7, 2023
Liverpool: Despite Klopp’s wishes, the Reds might sell a “world class player.”

Liverpool: Despite Klopp’s wishes, the Reds might sell a “world class player.”

Liverpool’s manager possibly receiving a severe blow is Liverpool’s manager

Liverpool has done an outstanding job on and off the field thus far this season, having finished the rebuilding of their midfield and earning 16 out of a possible 18 points in their first six Premier League games.

They might just begin working on renewing the contracts of their key players now that the transfer window is closed as well.

You would assume that by this point, Jurgen Klopp gets what he wants at Liverpool given the legacy he will one day leave behind at Anfield as well.

However, it appears that is not the case this time around, as the German is reportedly on track to lose a player who he would prefer to see stay and renew his contract with the club.

What’s the latest Liverpool news?

Wataru Endo, Ryan Gravenberch, Alexis Mac Allister, and Dominik Szoboszlai were substituted for James Milner, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, Jordan Henderson, Naby Keita, and Fabinho, respectively.
This move by Liverpool is turning out to be brilliant.

In the middle of the field, the Reds change how they appear and behave, possibly setting the stage for yet another thrilling campaign.

Even if Thiago Alcantara’s inclusion goes against Klopp’s wishes, the midfield changes might not end there.

The current contract for the Spaniard is set to expire next summer, and the former Borussia Dortmund manager reportedly wants to extend it.

However, according to rumors, the Anfield management has other plans and may decide to offload Thiago either for free next summer or for a transfer fee in January.

Given that the former Bayern Munich star hasn’t played a single game this season due to injury and that he’s getting close to his mid-30s, the news shouldn’t come as much of a surprise.
It could be argued that, despite Thiago’s extensive experience and high caliber, there is no longer a pressing need for him given Liverpool’s revamped midfield.

Should Liverpool sell Thiago Alcantara?

The Reds cannot afford Thiago’s ongoing injury problems because they are at the beginning of a new era, especially in the middle of the park.
But even so, the Spaniard remains one of the team’s top players when healthy, as Klopp’s praise undoubtedly suggests.

You don’t have five million players like this on the planet, only a select few who have the technical ability to not only see it but also get the ball there as well, the Liverpool manager previously said, according to 90Min. He plays at a high level.

There is really nothing to complain about from our perspective because he can be quite dangerous both with and without the ball. His counter-pressing was insane, but football is an amazing sport. The entire package is thus created. I admire it more than anything.

With that said, it may now depend on how much influence Klopp has over the players’ futures. According to reports, the German wants to extend Thiago’s contract, but if Anfield officials decide against doing so, the manager may not have any control over the situation.
It will definitely be one to watch as the months pass and January arrives.

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Liverpool and Chelsea intensify efforts to sign the 18-year-old defender.

According to reports, Liverpool and Chelsea are interested in signing the gifted young defender Patrick Dorgu

According to Fichajes, the Lecce defender has attracted the interest of Premier League clubs with his performances in the Italian league and could prove to be a sound, long-term investment for both clubs.

Marc Cucurella, a former defender for Brighton who cost Chelsea a lot of money, has fallen short of Chelsea’s expectations since arriving at Stamford Bridge.

Chelsea could definitely use more depth at left-back, as Ben Chilwell is currently the only dependable player on the team.
In the London club’s first team, Dorgu might compete with Chilwell as Chilwell’s backup.

Liverpool needs to find a good replacement for Andrew Robertson in the meantime.

Since joining the team from Hull City, the Scottish defender has excelled, but over the past 12 months, his performances have been patchy.

With Kostas Tsimikas’s lackluster performance, he could definitely use more opposition.

Both Premier League clubs would be making wise investments by signing Dorgu, but it is still unclear whether they will make a formal offer to do so.

Both teams appear to be working harder than ever to sign the 18-year-old, but it’s still unclear whether they can come to terms on a contract with Lecce.

The Italian team probably won’t be in a hurry to part with their prized prospect, but if a sizable offer is put forward, they might be persuaded

September 30, 2023