Arne Slot offers Alexis Mac Allister injury update after Liverpool star missed dramatic Newcastle win
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Liverpool head coach Arne Slot has provided an update on the fitness of midfielder Alexis Mac Allister following his absence during Liverpool’s dramatic 3-2 win at Newcastle United in the Premier League. Mac Allister, who had missed almost three months prior due to injury, withdrew from a first-team training session before the trip to Newcastle because of a fitness concern. Slot confirmed the injury is not serious but emphasized that the club is being cautious given Mac Allister's disrupted pre-season.
Slot expressed hope that Mac Allister will be available for Liverpool’s upcoming match against Arsenal, stating that although the midfielder had to leave training two days before the Newcastle game, this would not be a significant issue if Mac Allister had a normal pre-season. The coach highlighted the risks involved in rushing a player back to fitness after such a long absence. Mac Allister’s absence also came amid speculation that his partner might be about to give birth, which may have contributed to his missing the Newcastle match.
The match against Newcastle also saw the absence of Jeremie Frimpong due to a hamstring injury, confirmed to sideline him until after the September international break. Frimpong had made his Liverpool debut in their previous match but was substituted after picking up the injury. Liverpool's squad had to adapt to these key absences, with Ryan Gravenberch making his season debut in Mac Allister's place while Liverpool’s defense had no natural right-back available for Frimpong’s replacement.
Overall, the club seems optimistic regarding Mac Allister’s recovery and availability soon but is taking prudent steps to avoid overexertion. Slot remains hopeful the Argentine international can contribute again in the near future, particularly for the crucial fixture against Arsenal at Anfield.
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