Liverpool are in the midst of their most intensive moment of the season, according to Jurgen Klopp.
Since the campaign resumed following the international break in November, the Reds have played twice every week. And, with the holiday season approaching, Jurgen Klopp’s men will not be slowing down.
With two games at Anfield, Liverpool has no need to travel this week. On Wednesday, they face West Ham United in the Carabao Cup quarter-finals before facing Arsenal in the Premier League top-of-the-table battle.
However, the Reds’ injuries are beginning to pile up. Here’s the latest on Liverpool’s fitness ahead of their next games.
The midfielder was pulled out in the second half of a 2-0 win over Sheffield United earlier this month after taking a harsh challenge. Mac Allister has missed the last three games, and his recovery will be crucial. Potential rematches: West Ham (H), Wednesday 20 December, or Arsenal (H), Saturday 23 December.
1. Alexis Mac Allister – cut
The midfielder was pulled out in the second half of a 2-0 win over Sheffield United earlier this month after taking a harsh challenge. Mac Allister has missed the last three games, and his recovery will be crucial. Potential rematches: West Ham (H), Wednesday 20 December, or Arsenal (H), Saturday 23 December.
The midfielder hobbled off during Sunday’s 0-0 draw with Manchester United. Given the seriousness of his problem, he’s unlikely to be risked against West Ham. Potential rematch: Arsenal (H), Saturday, December 23.
2. Ryan Gravenberch – hamstring
The midfielder hobbled off during Sunday’s 0-0 draw with Manchester United. Given the seriousness of his problem, he’s unlikely to be risked against West Ham. Potential rematch: Arsenal (H), Saturday, December 23.
The young winger was substituted in the 28th minute of Liverpool’s under-21s’ win over Chelsea last Saturday. There isn’t much further known about why. N/A as a potential return game
3. Diogo Jota – muscle
Before being replaced, the Portugal international went down against Manchester City with no one around him. Jota is again sprinting on the grass, indicating that he is ahead of schedule but will still require some time. Possible return date: late December.
