AlexisMcAllister returned from injury against Newcastle and will face a midfield option to make Jurgen Klopp’s start.There have been positive signs in training this week, with Andy Robertson and Kostas Tsimikas returning to the training ground, but the left-back duo are among the long-term absentees.
The Red will be without Owen Beck, who recently returned from a loan spell at Dundee FC, for this game in north London. He received a one-match ban after serving a suspension while in Scotland. Costas TsimikasThe Greek defender was hit hard by Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka, Tsimikas breaking his collarbone when he landed awkwardly on his shoulder. After being brought down by Saka, he collided with Klopp on the touchline and immediately appeared to be in serious pain.
After the 1-1 draw with the Gunners, the Liverpool manager confirmed it was not good news for Tsimikas. Klopp: “He (Tsimikas) has at least broken his spine. “It’s very bad for us.”start a conversations However, in a recent Instagram post, the Greek defender hinted that he will be back sooner than expected. Estimated return date: February/March.
Dominik Szoboslai picked up an injury in the game against Newcastle United on January 1st and will be out for a while. Ahead of the FA Cup tie against Arsenal (January 7), Klopp said: “I can confirm it is an injury and not a potential injury. muscles, tendons. But now we have to see.
“The dome is very positive and not very painful, but we will have to wait a little longer. Therefore, it is clear that there is no opportunity on Sunday and not on Wednesday. Not.”Then we’ll watch and hope it comes back, but we don’t know.”Estimated return date: January 20
Joel Matip Liverpool defender Joel Matip is recovering from ACL surgery. The 32-year-old, who is in the final month of his contract at Anfield, could miss the rest of the season. He was left on the pitch at Anfield after being flagged for offside in the 70th minute of the 4–3 win over Fulham. “It was a torn cruciate ligament, but unfortunately I expected that to happen from the start. Everything looked like this. “It’s very sad,” Klopp said.Estimated return date: 2024/25 season
Andy Robertson: Liverpool defender Andy Robertson is set to make a timely return after injuring his shoulder against Scotland in January. The Tartan Army captain had to undergo surgery on a dislocated shoulder and has been out of action ever since. He missed out on the Reds’ emergence as Premier League rivals and Scotland’s successful Euro 2024 bid. Discussing the situation in Scotland last week, Klopp said: “Lobo still needs more distance on his shoulder.” “It was definitely major surgery. [He] is not at or near team practice.“[He] can do a lot of things without using his right arm. This is certainly a good thing, but on the other hand, it shows that we still have a long way to go. “I think it should be around January,” he said.Estimated return date: end of January/February.
DockBen Doak was carried off with a knee injury during the recent match against Chelsea Under-21s. It is a big shock that Doak will be participating in both the Carabao Cup and the Europa League. The Scots are not expected to return anytime soon. Liverpool assistant coach Pep Lijnders said of his situation: “It’s not good. He tore his lateral meniscus, requiring surgery.“This takes a long time. He’s young, he’s a good guy, he’s a positive guy, so he’ll definitely come back stronger and we need him to come back with the same passion he had when he had the ball. “I need time and I’m waiting,” he said. Estimated Return Date: Unknown
Liverpool midfielder Thiago Alcantara has not featured for the Reds since their win over West Ham United in April. Hip pain was a problem for the midfield major and he underwent surgery to correct the problem. The latest update on Thiago came on Friday, with Klopp hoping to get the number six back in January. He said: “I think Thiago will also receive team training at the same time (January).””Thiago is in a very good phase, but we have to make sure we don’t use him too early. Hips in and around this area are also a matter of longevity.“There were times when it was easy to train, but the question was how to do it.
