Alisson’s potential return to training could significantly impact Liverpool’s upcoming matches. He has missed the last seven games due to injury, leaving the team vulnerable.
Freddie Woodman stepped in, making his first Premier League start against Crystal Palace. Woodman’s performance will be crucial as Liverpool aims to secure their position for next season’s Champions League.
The next match is set for May 17 at 12:30 PM BST against Aston Villa at Villa Park. If Aston Villa progresses to the Europa League final, this fixture may shift to May 15 at 8 PM BST.
Milos Kerkez, who had some niggles, was present in Friday’s training session, indicating a possible return to full fitness.
Dominik Szoboszlai expressed disappointment after Liverpool’s defeat at Old Trafford. He stated, “Not good, as we go home with zero points.” Szoboszlai emphasized the need for greater focus on set-pieces and details.
Arne Slot commented on Alisson’s status, saying, “Ali hasn’t trained with us yet. [He is] very close to training with us.” This suggests that Alisson could return soon but no timeline has been shared.
Liverpool currently faces injury issues with key players like Alisson and Giorgi Mamardashvili. Their absence has affected the team’s overall performance in crucial matches.
The stakes are high as Liverpool aims to play in the Champions League next season. Every match counts as they navigate through a challenging schedule.