Liverpool’s Injury Situation Improving Ahead of Crucial Man United Clash
Liverpool’s injury situation is looking more promising as they prepare for their upcoming clash against Manchester United, with several key players set to return to action.
Despite missing some key figures, Liverpool secured a 3-1 victory over Sheffield United, propelling them back to the top of the Premier League. With a quick turnaround, they now face a significant test at Old Trafford, where a win would further strengthen their title aspirations.
Although Manchester United has shown vulnerability recently, Liverpool remains wary of their ability to elevate their game against their rivals.
Here’s the latest on Liverpool’s injury status ahead of the crucial encounter:
Available:
Wataru Endo (returning from knock)
Unavailable:
Trent Alexander-Arnold (knee)
Diogo Jota (knee)
Alisson (hamstring)
Stefan Bajcetic (calf)
Thiago (hamstring)
Ben Doak (ACL)
Joel Matip (ACL)
The return of Wataru Endo is a significant boost for Liverpool, while Andy Robertson and Curtis Jones are pushing for starting positions after impressive performances as substitutes in the previous match.
Although Liverpool is experiencing some relief in their injury woes, key players such as Alisson, Trent Alexander-Arnold, Diogo Jota, and Stefan Bajcetic are still undergoing rehabilitation and could potentially return to training next week. However, Joel Matip, Thiago, and Ben Doak are unlikely to feature again this season due to their respective injuries.
Additionally, players like Lewis Koumas, Bobby Clark, Amara Nallo, James McConnell, Trey Nyoni, and Kaide Gordon are unlikely to be involved against Manchester United after featuring for the under-21s.
Despite the absence of some influential figures, Liverpool’s available squad remains strong, with options across all positions:
Goalkeepers: Kelleher, Adrian, Mrozek
Defenders: Van Dijk, Konate, Gomez, Quansah, Bradley, Robertson, Tsimikas
Midfielders: Mac Allister, Jones, Szoboszlai, Endo, Elliott, Gravenberch
Forwards: Salah, Nunez, Diaz, Gakpo, Danns
As Liverpool aims to maintain their momentum in the title race, they will rely on the depth of their squad and the resilience of their remaining players to secure a positive result against Manchester United.