# Jurgen Klopp Reveals Hopeful Return Dates for Thiago and Stefan Bajcetic
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has provided an update on the progress of midfielders Thiago and Stefan Bajcetic, who have both been out of action for much of the year due to adductor and hip injuries respectively.
Klopp revealed that the medical staff are hopeful that Thiago will be able to return to the team from the start of the New Year, while Bajcetic is still in the process of recovering from a setback in his recovery.
## Thiago’s Injury
Thiago underwent surgery in April to correct a long-standing hip problem, and it had been hoped that he would be able to take up a regular role in the side from the start of this season. However, Klopp explained that they cannot put any kind of pressure on him as he continues to recover.
The manager also noted that Thiago’s contract is due to expire at the end of the campaign, and it is unlikely he will be offered an extension.
## Stefan Bajcetic’s Injury
Stefan Bajcetic made his comeback in the meetings with LASK and Leicester in September, but a subsequent setback has seen the club “put the brake on” his recovery. Klopp noted that Bajcetic’s quality, potential, and talent are all incredible, but he is still growing and not yet ready.
The manager also added that they will have to wait until Bajcetic is fully recovered before they can use him, but when they do, Liverpool FC will have a wonderful player at their disposal.
## Conclusion
Both Thiago and Stefan Bajcetic have been out of action for much of the year due to injuries, but Jurgen Klopp has provided an update on their progress. The medical staff are hopeful that Thiago will be able to return to the team from the start of the New Year, while Bajcetic is still in the process of recovering from a setback in his recovery. Klopp noted that Bajcetic’s quality, potential, and talent are all incredible, but he is still growing and not yet ready. When both players are fully recovered, Liverpool FC will have two wonderful players at their disposal.
