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Liverpool Injury Update: Szoboszlai, Gakpo, Ekitike and More

Liverpool’s injury woes continue to mount as manager Arne Slot prepares his squad for a critical match against Tottenham. Several players have been sidelined, with Dominik Szoboszlai, Cody Gakpo, and others struggling to maintain fitness as the season progresses. Let’s take a look at the latest injury updates affecting Liverpool’s key players.

Dominik Szoboszlai’s Injury Concern

One of the more significant injury concerns for Liverpool is midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai. The Hungarian international suffered an injury during the match against Brighton, which led to his substitution late in the game. Szoboszlai appeared to land awkwardly while attempting to avoid a collision, clearly in pain as he was treated on the pitch.

However, there is a silver lining. Manager Arne Slot provided a positive update, confirming that Szoboszlai has returned to training ahead of Liverpool’s upcoming fixture against Tottenham. “Dominik trained yesterday, parts of the training [session], for the first time so let’s see where he is today and how he is tomorrow,” Slot said. This news gives hope that Szoboszlai could be fit enough to feature in the game at Spurs on December 20.

Potential Return Date: December 20 vs Tottenham (A)

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Hugo Ekitike and Other Injury Updates

Hugo Ekitike, who has been in impressive form for Liverpool, scored twice in the 3-1 win over Brighton. However, he was substituted before completing his hat-trick due to a possible knock. Despite concerns over the nature of the injury, Slot did not appear overly concerned in his post-match comments, suggesting that the injury may not be too serious. Ekitike is expected to be fit for the upcoming match against Tottenham, barring any further complications.

Potential Return Date: December 20 vs Tottenham (A)

Cody Gakpo’s absence has been another major talking point. The forward was absent from training before Liverpool’s Champions League trip to Inter Milan, and Slot confirmed that Gakpo would be out for a few weeks due to a muscle injury. The good news, however, is that Gakpo is making progress. “He [Gakpo] had a scan that looked promising so that means that we are not that worried anymore,” Slot stated. Gakpo may return sooner than initially expected, but a return to action against Tottenham is still unlikely.

Potential Return Date: Unknown

Other Liverpool Injuries

Joe Gomez, who started against Brighton, was forced off after just 26 minutes following an injury. This latest setback is another blow for the defender, who has struggled with injuries throughout his career. His return date remains uncertain, and he will not feature in Liverpool’s upcoming match against Tottenham.

Meanwhile, Jeremie Frimpong, who has endured a stop-start season due to hamstring issues, is expected to be available for selection against Tottenham after missing the Brighton game.

Potential Return Date: December 20 vs Tottenham (A)

Wataru Endo and Giovanni Leoni are also sidelined. Endo has sustained an ankle injury that will keep him out for several weeks, while Leoni’s season is effectively over following an ACL injury on debut. The young Italian is expected to miss the entire season, with a return anticipated in autumn 2026.

Potential Return Date for Endo: January 2026Potential Return Date for Leoni: Autumn 2026

Conclusion

As Liverpool prepares for a critical clash against Tottenham, Arne Slot faces several challenges with key players sidelined. While Dominik Szoboszlai’s injury is concerning, the early return to training offers hope that he will be ready for the upcoming match. Meanwhile, Ekitike, Gakpo, and others continue to recover, with varying timelines for their returns. Liverpool fans will be hoping for a quick recovery for their injured stars as the season enters a crucial phase.