Arne Slot confirms Alisson injury layoff

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Liverpool manager Arne Slot has confirmed that goalkeeper Alisson Becker suffered a hamstring injury during the team's 1-0 victory over Crystal Palace in early October, resulting in a significant layoff. After falling to the ground while making a clearance and holding his hamstring, Alisson was substituted early in the match, raising concerns about the severity of his injury.

Slot revealed that Alisson is expected to be sidelined for several weeks, with a potential return only after the November international break. The Dutch manager emphasized that although the exact details are not fully confirmed, the way Alisson walked off suggested he would miss Brazil's upcoming squad call-ups. Slot stated: “We don’t know definitely what happened but we do if you walk off like he does that normally means he’s not in the Brazil squad... It’s going to take a few weeks, I assume. I think it is his hamstring.”

Despite the setback, Liverpool has maintained strong form, currently leading the Premier League and Champions League tables, thanks in part to the performances of backup goalkeeper Caoimhín Kelleher. Slot praised Kelleher’s capability, acknowledging that while Alisson is the clear first choice and “the best goalkeeper in the world,” the team is fortunate to have quality alternatives. Slot said, “Caoimhin has already shown this season that he’s quite clearly the number two goalkeeper... even our third goalkeeper can have an impact on results.”

Regarding Alisson’s return, Slot indicated the goalkeeper is nearing full fitness but will only resume when completely ready, with an anticipated comeback before the end of December. Slot remarked, “We are just waiting for the moment Alisson is completely fit because Caoimhin is doing too well to put Alisson in goal if he is only on 50%... He will be in goal before the end of December.”

Slot affirmed the club’s cautious approach to Alisson’s rehabilitation aims to ensure long-term availability rather than a rushed return, as the goalkeeper’s fitness is vital for Liverpool’s success going forward. Alisson’s recent return game after the hiatus demonstrated his value and the importance of managing his recovery carefully.