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Liverpool Injury Update: Fitness Concerns Ahead of PSG Clash

Squad Depth Tested Before Pivotal Champions League Tie

Liverpool’s season is approaching a defining moment, with the club still competing on multiple fronts. Their 3-1 comeback win over Southampton at the weekend kept them firmly in the Premier League title race, but attention now turns to a decisive Champions League night at Anfield.

A 1-0 advantage from the first leg against Paris Saint-Germain provides a strong foundation, yet Arne Slot will be acutely aware that his side must be at full strength to fend off the Ligue 1 champions. With a Carabao Cup final against Newcastle also on the horizon, Liverpool’s injury situation is of growing concern.

Here’s the latest update on the key absentees ahead of a crucial week.

Cody Gakpo Faces Late Fitness Test

Cody Gakpo was unavailable for the win over Southampton, with Slot revealing that the forward had yet to return to full training in the days leading up to the match. His availability for the PSG tie remains uncertain.

“He didn’t train yesterday yet, so let’s see if he can train with us today,” Slot explained before the weekend fixture.

“Again, [a] close call it will probably be. It’s not a long-term injury but he still had a bit of pain yesterday so he was not able to train. Let’s see where he is today, so I can’t give you the answer yet.”

Given the importance of the upcoming matches, Liverpool will be hoping for positive developments in the next 48 hours.

Potential return date: Unknown

Conor Bradley Recovery Continues

Bradley’s breakout season has been interrupted by a muscle injury sustained against Aston Villa last month. The young full-back has since missed four consecutive matches, and Slot’s latest update suggests his return remains some way off.

“Conor Bradley isn’t ok,” the Liverpool boss admitted.

“He is out for a few weeks. It is clear that he went off with a muscle injury and it will take a while before he is back.”

With Liverpool relying on their full-backs to provide width and attacking impetus, Bradley’s absence will continue to be felt as the squad navigates a high-stakes run of fixtures.

Potential return date: Unknown

Joe Gomez Facing Weeks on the Sidelines

Gomez’s season has been disrupted by recurring injuries, and his latest setback – a hamstring issue – is another frustrating chapter in his campaign. Having initially suffered the problem in December against West Ham, the defender made a brief return in the FA Cup defeat to Plymouth, only to break down again.

Slot confirmed the 26-year-old now faces another extended spell out.

“He is going to be out for a number of weeks because of a hamstring injury,” he said.

“It’s a big blow for Joe and for us. He tries everything to be with the team. He works really hard to come back and then first game when he came back, after two or three minutes we saw him making a sprint and now he is out for weeks again.”

Gomez’s versatility has made him an asset for Liverpool this season, covering both full-back and centre-back positions. His continued absence leaves Slot with limited defensive options ahead of an intense schedule.

Potential return date: Unknown

Liverpool’s hopes of navigating this critical period unscathed will depend heavily on the availability of key players. Slot will be eager for positive news as his squad prepares for a defining night under the lights at Anfield.