Liverpool Goalkeeper Alisson Set to Miss Man City Match Due to Injury
Liverpool fans have been dealt a blow ahead of their crucial Premier League clash against Manchester City next month, as goalkeeper Alisson is set to miss the match due to injury. The Brazil international has been sidelined with a hamstring injury, causing him to miss Liverpool’s recent victories against Burnley and Brentford. While Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp was unable to provide a specific timeframe for Alisson’s recovery during a press conference on Tuesday, Brazil’s new head coach, Dorival Junior, confirmed in an interview with TNT Sports Brazil that Alisson would also be unavailable for Brazil’s friendlies against England and Spain during the international break in March.
Alisson’s absence will be a significant blow for Liverpool, as he has been a key player in their title challenge this season. The goalkeeper’s commanding presence and shot-stopping abilities have played a crucial role in Liverpool’s defensive solidity. Without him, Liverpool will have to rely on backup goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher to fill the void. Kelleher has shown promise in his previous appearances for the club, but facing Manchester City without Alisson will undoubtedly be a challenging task.
In addition to the Man City match, Alisson is set to miss at least six more fixtures for Liverpool if he does not return before the international break. These include a Premier League match against Luton Town on February 21, the Carabao Cup final against Chelsea on February 25, an FA Cup fifth-round tie against Southampton on February 28, as well as Premier League fixtures against Nottingham Forest, Manchester City, and Everton in March.
Liverpool’s injury situation has become a cause for concern, with several key players ruled out or dealing with muscle issues. Alongside Alisson, forward Diogo Jota is sidelined with a knee issue, while midfielder Curtis Jones is ruled out due to a bone ligament problem. Right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold and midfielder Dom Szoboszlai are also on their way back from injury but are not yet available for team training.
Despite the setbacks, Klopp remains optimistic and determined to make the most of the resources available. He stated that as long as Liverpool have 11 players, they will go for it and give their best in every game. The manager is taking a day-by-day approach to managing the team’s injuries and hopes to see improvements in the near future.
Liverpool’s clash with Manchester City is undoubtedly one of the most highly anticipated matches of the season. With both teams vying for the Premier League title, every point matters. While Alisson’s absence will be a blow for Liverpool, the team will need to rally together and put up a strong fight against their rivals. The match will test their depth and resilience, and it will be interesting to see how they cope without their star goalkeeper.
As the weeks progress, Liverpool will hope to have Alisson back in action as soon as possible. Until then, they will need to rely on their remaining squad members to step up and deliver consistent performances. The title race is far from over, and Liverpool will need to stay focused and determined in order to maintain their challenge for the Premier League trophy.