Liverpool Squad Returns to Training Ahead of Brighton Clash
After the international break, the Liverpool squad reconvened at the AXA Training Centre, gearing up for their upcoming match against Brighton. However, there were a few notable absences from the training session.
Firstly, Curtis Jones, who has been sidelined for the past eight matches due to ankle ligament damage, was expected to make his return against Brighton. However, his absence from training puts his availability for the match in doubt. With Jones being a key midfielder for Liverpool, his absence could be a blow to Jurgen Klopp’s plans.
Another player missing from the training session was Ibrahima Konate. The defender had just marked his return from injury while playing for France but was not present on the training field. However, there is still time for him to recover before Sunday’s kickoff.
Andy Robertson, who injured his ankle while playing for Scotland, was also absent from training. Fortunately, reports suggest that his injury is not serious, and he may even be able to return to the squad for Thursday’s match against Sheffield United.
Despite these absences, the rest of the Liverpool squad emerged unscathed from the international break. In their first main session back, Klopp oversaw a 21-man outfield squad. Among them was Darwin Nunez, who had pulled out of Uruguay’s squad due to a hamstring complaint. Nunez was involved in the training session and had also participated in a small group session on Wednesday.
Kostas Tsimikas, who played 120 minutes in Greece’s defeat in the Euros play-off, was also missing from training. It is likely that he is on an extended recovery period. Meanwhile, Trent Alexander-Arnold and Diogo Jota continue their individual training at the AXA Training Centre as they target a return within the next two weeks.
In addition to the first-team players, several youngsters were involved in the training session. Amaro Nallo, Trent Kone-Doherty, Trey Nyoni, and Kieran Morrison all had the opportunity to train with the senior squad.
Liverpool’s manager, Jurgen Klopp, is set to provide a full update on the squad during his press conference on Friday. This will give fans a clearer picture of who will be available for the upcoming matches.
As the Liverpool squad continues their preparations for the match against Brighton, it remains to be seen which players will be fit and ready to take the field. With key players like Jones and Robertson potentially unavailable, Klopp will need to rely on the depth of his squad to secure a positive result. The upcoming days will be crucial in determining Liverpool’s lineup and strategy for the game.
The Liverpool squad has shown resilience in the face of injuries this season, and Klopp will be hoping that the players can step up once again to maintain their strong start to the Premier League campaign. The return of injured players, along with the promising performances of youngsters in training, provides a glimmer of hope for Liverpool fans as they eagerly await the clash against Brighton.