Liverpool Injury News: Four Players Return to Training Before Man City Clash
Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp has received some injury boosts ahead of the team's match against Manchester City.
Four Players Return to Training
Ahead of Saturday's crucial match against Manchester City, Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp has received some positive injury news. All four players who missed the previous game due to short-term injuries, including Ryan Gravenberch, Curtis Jones, Joe Gomez, and Ibrahima Konaté, have returned to training. This means they could be in contention for a spot in the starting lineup.
If Ryan Gravenberch and Curtis Jones are fit, they may compete for a place in the midfield. Additionally, Ibrahima Konaté, who had to withdraw from the France squad during the international break, will challenge Joël Matip for the right-sided center-back position alongside Virgil van Dijk. The returning Joe Gomez is also a candidate to start at left-back, potentially replacing Kostas Tsimikas.
This news is a positive sign for Liverpool, as having these players available will provide more options and depth to the squad as they face tough competition against Manchester City.
Long-Term Absentees Still Unavailable
Unfortunately, Liverpool's long-term absentees will not be returning to action just yet. Andy Robertson, who underwent surgery for a dislocated shoulder, is expected to be out until late January. Thiago Alcântara, who has also been ruled out until the New Year, is still recovering from an injury. Stefan Bajčetić, who recently suffered a setback after returning from a serious injury, is also not ready to rejoin full training.
The absence of these key players presents a challenge for Liverpool, as they will need to rely on their current squad and potential rotation to manage the workload during the busy fixture period.
Press Conference Updates Expected
Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp is scheduled to hold a press conference on Friday, where he may provide further updates on the injured players' progress and availability. This press conference will be an opportunity for Klopp to address the team's injury situation and discuss his plans for the upcoming match against Manchester City.
Fans and pundits will be eagerly awaiting any updates on the status of the injured players and the potential lineup choices for the crucial fixture. Liverpool.com will closely monitor the press conference and provide comprehensive coverage of the latest headlines.
In the meantime, Liverpool will continue to prepare for the match against Manchester City, aiming to secure a victory and potentially take the lead in the Premier League table.
