Liverpool prepare to host Nottingham Forest in this weekend’s Premier League fixture amid significant injury challenges. Manager Arne Slot has provided crucial updates on player availability before the crucial encounter.
Key Players Return While Others Sidelined
Slot confirmed positive news regarding Andrew Robertson and goalkeeper Alisson Becker. “Robertson will be with us, and Alisson has trained both last week and this week,” the manager stated. “If everything goes well, he can play.”
Significant Injury Setbacks
The Reds face concerning absences with Conor Bradley and Florian Wirtz both ruled out. Slot revealed: “Neither will be available due to muscle problems. Bradley won’t feature before year-end unless miraculous recovery occurs.”
While Wirtz’s injury appears less severe, he’ll be joined on the sidelines by Jeremie Frimpong. Slot added: “Frimpong faces weeks out. However, Dominik Szoboszlai has shown outstanding versatility across positions.”
Gomez Workload Management
Joe Gomez’s fitness remains a key consideration after featuring in two full matches recently. Slot cautioned: “Playing seven games in 22 days risks his long-term fitness. He missed training but should return today.”
The injury situation may force tactical adjustments. Slot acknowledged: “One or two players might need to feature in unfamiliar positions against Forest.”
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