Hugo Ekitike: Liverpool striker facing ‘nine months out’ – injury experts
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Credit: Imago Wed 15 April 2026 9:20, UK Hugo Ekitike could be set for a long period on the injury table after he was stretchered off in Liverpool’s Champions League defeat to PSG on Tuesday.The striker was forced off midway through the first half as the Reds were knocked out of Europe via Ousmane Dembele’s second-half brace.Replays showed he had gone down off the ball, with the Liverpool forward appearing to get his foot caught in the turf.Ekitike’s injury has left his place at the World Cup in serious doubt, with early analysis by injury experts indicating a significant issue. Liverpool’s injury issues have been frequent this season, with several players dealing with long-term absences. 🏥 Liverpool Injury News 🏥 Access definitive fitness updates from the Axa Training Centre: real-time injury news, recovery timelines, and the latest return dates for the Liverpool first-team squad.
VISIT THE INJURY HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES ‘Achilles rupture’ likely for Hugo EkitikeSpeaking after Tuesday’s game, Arne Slot revealed concern over Ekitike’s injury, with the Liverpool manager confirming that it is “not too good”.Ibrahima Konate also confirmed that the striker’s injury is a bad one, with further scans to take place in the coming days.Hugo EkitikePremier League 2025-26Appearances28Goals11Assists4Chances created21Successful dribbles38Duels won92Ekitike has been a rare bright spot for the Reds this season after completing his £69million move from Eintracht Frankfurt last summer.The 23-year-old has netted 17 goals in all competitions and is the only Liverpool player to net double figures in the Premier League.All of the focus had been on £125m man Alexander Isak last summer, with it being unclear if the pair would jostle for position or play together. Ekitike was also seen palpating his Achilles/calf complex after the incident.Expected… pic.twitter.com/f3wZhAUtwd— Physio Scout | Football Injury Analysis (@physioscout) April 14, 2026 View Tweet Injury expert Physio Scout wrote on X on Tuesday night that Ekitike could be expecting seven to nine months on the injury table.“Typical non-contact push-off mechanism during acceleration usually points towards an Achilles rupture,” they wrote.Unfortunately, Ekitike's injury looks like the prototypical achilles rupture push off mechanism (see pic).
Rajpal Brar, DPT (@3cbPerformance) April 14, 2026 View Tweet Doctor Rajpal Brar shared the opinion and wrote: “Looking at 7-9 month return to sport for elite footballers, longer return to pre-injury levels.”Liverpool to be forced into market amid attacking deficitLiverpool will have their fingers crossed that the early signs of a significant injury prove to be premature in Ekitike’s case. Mohamed Salah is to bring the curtain down on his illustrious career with Liverpool Football Club at the end of the 2025-26 season.The time to fully celebrate his legacy and achievements will follow later in the year when he bids farewell to Anfield ❤️— Liverpool FC (@LFC) March 24, 2026 View Tweet Isak’s injuries this season have more than proved that he cannot be relied on by himself, with the Swede only making 11 Premier League appearances.Several incomings may well be required, with decision-makers in for yet another busy summer at Anfield. 🔴 Don’t Miss a Beat: Your Liverpool Insider Access Get the full story from Anfield and the AXA Training Centre with our dedicated expert hubs: Updated 24/7 with expert analysis from the heart of Merseyside.