Arne Slot provides fresh injury update ahead of Champions League opener

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Arne Slot has delivered an important update on injuries as Liverpool prepare for their Champions League opener against Atletico Madrid.

Liverpool enter Wednesday’s showdown against Atletico Madrid at Anfield with a relatively healthy squad, but not without some lingering concerns.

Curtis Jones, who missed the trip to Burnley after the international break, remains unavailable.

It is a cautious approach from Slot, who is keen to avoid aggravating the midfielder’s issue with an early return.

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Alexis Mac Allister gave Liverpool fans a scare against Burnley when he took a strong challenge from Lesley Ugochukwu, leaving him limping.

Despite completing the first half, Slot chose to replace him at halftime, balancing both the knock he took and the need to manage his minutes following international duty.

Goalkeeper Alisson later reassured supporters that there was “nothing wrong” with the midfielder beyond minor pain.

While Liverpool’s problems appear under control, Atletico Madrid arrive at Anfield in a more difficult position.

The Dutchman’s respect for Simeone’s resilience was clear, but so too was his confidence in the strength of his current squad.

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