Arne Slot provides positive Hugo Ekitike and Federico Chiesa injury update

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Arne Slot, Liverpool's manager, has provided an encouraging update on the injury statuses of Hugo Ekitike and Federico Chiesa ahead of upcoming matches. Both players were forced off the pitch during the recent defeat but have since returned to training, signaling positive progress in their recoveries.

Ekitike and Chiesa sustained injuries that initially raised concerns, but Slot’s latest comments suggest their conditions are improving. The players’ return to training is seen as an important step towards full fitness, though final decisions on their match readiness have not yet been confirmed.

The update contrasts with a more cautious outlook on Liverpool’s goalkeeper Alisson, who recently had a hamstring scan and is expected to be sidelined for approximately six weeks. The club is preparing for his extended absence and assessing options to manage the goalkeeping position during this period.

Overall, while the goalkeeper’s injury presents challenges, the advancements in Ekitike and Chiesa’s recovery offer a boost to Liverpool’s squad depth and attacking options. Slot’s comments highlight optimism about reintegrating these key players to strengthen the team’s performance moving forward.