As Liverpool prepare to make their long-awaited return to action this weekend, Jurgen Klopp has revealed when his squad could be ‘complete’, and there’s another update on the Anfield Road End redevelopment.
Liverpool closer to the “complete” squad
The reds are finally back! And several players have returned to form in time for Saturday’s clash with Brighton.
Both Jordan Henderson and Ibrahima Konate could be involved against the Seagulls, with Caoimhin Kelleher and Calvin Ramsay back training and improving their fitness.
That leaves Liverpool with four “senior” players still injured, but Klopp has revealed they could also return sooner rather than later.
Andy Robertson, Naby Keita, Curtis Jones and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain are still out for now, but speaking at Friday’s pre-match press conference, the manager suggested all four should return sometime in October.
“At the moment, it seems that the situation is better. Even the four players I mentioned earlier are back. From the middle to the end of October, the team would be complete if no one else is out,” Klopp said.
That, of course, provided no one else gets hurt between now and then.
Wishful thinking perhaps, but it’s good to see some positive injury news. All equipment will be needed in the next six weeks!
3 things today: Another Anfield expansion update
Klopp stuck a shovel in the sand and launched Liverpool’s Anfield Road expansion project 12 months ago today. 365 days later, we have another update on the exciting progress made so far. Robbie Fowler has donated £15,000 to Fans Supporting Foodbanks and their #RightToFood campaign. An incredible gesture from a Liverpool legend.
Latest news from Liverpool F.C.
Alexander-Arnold’s name has been widely discussed in recent days following his time with England, and Klopp’s comments on the matter were as good as you’d expect!
Last chat from somewhere else
Erik ten Hag has been named Premier League Manager of the Month for September, with Marcus Rashford winning the player award. Not something anyone saw coming two games into the season!
RB Leipzig striker Christopher Nkunku has already undergone a medical ahead of a proposed move to Chelsea next summer. (The Telegraph)
Man City defender John Stones has been ruled out for up to two weeks after being injured while on international duty with England. (BBC Sport)
Video of the day and game of the night
Jurgen’s comments on Trent were just brilliant today.
So good to have club football back! Bayern Munich take on Bayer Leverkusen tonight or, if you fancy some championship action, Hull host Luton.
Enjoy tomorrow’s game, Reds!
