Alisson expected to start vs. Nottingham Forest after 7-week layoff

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Alisson is expected to end a seven-week layoff to start Liverpool’s first game back from the international break – with Nottingham Forest visitors to Anfield on Saturday. But having stepped up his recovery work in recent weeks he is now in line to rejoin his teammates for full training in the buildup to Saturday’s clash with Forest.

“Alisson, for sure [will return after the break], and I expect Jeremie back after the international break as well – because we play from November until March,” he told reporters. But with Alisson, we expect this.” Though the frequency of his injuries are a growing concern for Liverpool, it is without question that, when fit, Alisson is first-choice goalkeeper.

Why Alisson’s return can be pivotal for Liverpool He was one of the Reds’ top performers prior to his recent setback, even during the back-to-back defeats to Crystal Palace and Galatasaray which preceded his injury and kicked off a run of seven losses in 10 games. Alisson was, of course, not part of the Brazil squad for the November break, with Carlo Ancelotti granting him more time to rehab his hamstring.