Home Football Gakpo, Nunez, Jones: Comprehensive Liverpool Injury and Suspension Update with Expected Return Dates – Photo Compilation

Gakpo, Nunez, Jones: Comprehensive Liverpool Injury and Suspension Update with Expected Return Dates – Photo Compilation

Football — 10/03/2023

Liverpool’s Squad Status Ahead of Europa League Clash with Union SG

Liverpool star Cody Gakpo expected to be out 'for several weeks' with injury sustained at Tottenham | talkSPORT

Liverpool entered their clash against Tottenham Hotspur with a seemingly strong squad, but after a controversial 2-1 loss, their situation has taken a turn for the worse. Curtis Jones received a red card following a VAR review, while Diogo Jota also saw the red card for two bookable offenses. To add to their woes, Cody Gakpo sustained an injury at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Liverpool risk extended ban for Curtis Jones as they appeal red card in contentious Tottenham defeat | Goal.com

The Reds are gearing up to face Royal Union Saint-Gilloise in the Europa League on Thursday (20.00 BST). Here’s an overview of their current injury and suspension list:

Diogo Jota – Suspension

Jota received two yellow cards in the match, resulting in his absence for the upcoming Brighton game on Sunday. However, he remains eligible to play in the Europa League against Union SG.

Rigged game!' - Diogo Jota's wife Rute Cardoso slams 'clown' officials following red card for Liverpool star & VAR error in controversial clash with Tottenham | Goal.com

Curtis Jones – Suspension

Following his red card against Tottenham, Jones will miss the next three Premier League matches. Although it’s unlikely that Liverpool will appeal the decision overturned by VAR, he can still feature in the Europa League against Union SG.

Liverpool appeal Curtis Jones red card after VAR intervention on 'leg-breaker' tackle at Tottenham | talkSPORT

Cody Gakpo – Knee

Gakpo sustained a knee injury after scoring the equalizer against Spurs and left the field in a brace. Klopp described the issue as severe, with no specified return date.

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Darwin Nunez – Knee

Nunez did not start against Spurs due to knee pain around the bone. Although he didn’t make an appearance in that match, Klopp expressed minimal concern about his setback. Potential return game: Union SG (H), Thursday, October 5.

Darwin Nunez is Liverpool's wildcard who can take the fight to Man City | The Independent

Stefan Bajcetic – Calf

Bajcetic missed the Tottenham match due to a minor calf issue. His return will depend on his recovery from the problem. Potential return game: Union SG (H), Thursday, October 5.

Missed out against Tottenham with a minor issue. Much will depend on how he recovers from the problem. Potential return game: Union SG (H), Thurs 5 Oct.

Thiago Alcantara – Hip

Although Thiago has returned to individual training, he remains unavailable and has not played since April. No specific return date has been provided.

The midfielder has been back in individual training but remains unavailable. He’s not played since April.Potential return game: N/A

Conor Bradley – Back

The right-back continues his rehabilitation for a stress fracture, with a potential return date in November.

The right-back continues his rehab for a stress fracture: Potential return game: November.

Kaide Gordon – Ankle

The 18-year-old winger recently made a comeback from a 19-month layoff but suffered a new ankle issue that has sidelined him. No specific return date has been announced.

Kaide Gordon returns for first game in 19 months - "Many more to come" - Liverpool FC - This Is Anfield