Liverpool NewsNow: Though Liverpool aren’t title contenders this season, they can play a key role in the title race. Arsenal make the trip to Anfield on Sunday. The Gunners need to win this game to keep the pressure on holders Manchester City. However, this away fixture is never easy. And the Londoners will really have to pull off a miracle.
This season has been one of miracles for Mikel Arteta and co. And the fans will now be expecting another one at the weekend. And if they are able to do so, they could consider themselves favourites to win the League. But, will it happen!?
Amidst all the chaos and the excitement that comes along with it, Mikel Arteta gave a very cryptic press-conference ahead of the game. Even Jurgen Klopp didn’t disclose all of his cards. They were both keeping some things off the table. And did not want to reveal it all!!
Liverpool NewsNow: So What Is The Latest Injury Update Ahead Of This Liverpool Vs Arsenal Clash!?
It is being suggest that the Reds could have a couple of players back for this fixture. Arsenal too would see Bukayo Saka return after an illness, with the hosts having Virgil Van Dijk coming back as well, from a similar illness concern.
Jurgen Klopp had dropped Alexander-Arnold, Andy Robertson, Mo Salah and Cody Gakpo to the bench for the clash against Chelsea. There were some concerns regarding their fitness in that fixture. However, Robertson, Salah and Gakpo came off the bench in that fixture. This could mean positive things for Liverpool, ahead of the clash.
These four players could be fully fit to play against Arsenal, as per the Liverpool NewsNow. It will be a huge boost for the team and the fans. They will not want to take anything for granted in this fixture.
Klopp spoke in his presser and suggested that Van Dijk should be ready for this fixture. He said, “I think he will be ready for the weekend, yes.” To add to that, there could be another injury boost for the home side.
Spaniard, Thiago Alcantara, has been seen in training in recent times. The midfielder was unavailable since the 4th of February. He was out with a hip flexor problem. He could be available for this fixture if the need does arise. Lastly, Luis Diaz is training as well. But he may not be ready to take the pitch in this fixture. He will have to wait a big longer before he can actually make his return.
Naby Keita and Stefan Bajcetic are still missing, while Calvin Ramsay is out for the rest of the campaign. Further, there were no signs of Mo Salah, Diogo Jota or Joe Gomez in training pictures. This sparked a few doubts about their fitness as well.
What Are The Key Updates With Regards To Arsenal!?
Though Mikel Arteta was very cryptic with his press-conference, it is clear that Bukayo Saka will be back in the team for this fixture. The attacker was out with an illness and should recover now. Further, there could be one more major boost for the Gunners, as per sources.
Eddie Nketiah could be back in the squad as well. The striker was out with an injury and his return date was unknown. However, the latest sources suggest that he could be fit in time for this clash.
It is quite clear that Gabriel Jesus will be the first-choice. However, it is quite well-known by now, that Nketiah brings something more to the team. That is if the need does indeed arise. Let’s wait and watch!!
