Hugo Ekitike sends strong social media message before expected return from injury

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Hugo Ekitike has issued a strong message of self-belief on social media as he nears a return from the minor hamstring injury that has sidelined him for Liverpool’s last two matches.[6] The French striker, who has been in outstanding form this season with 11 goals in all competitions, has impressively handled competition from record signing Alexander Isak, ultimately establishing himself as Liverpool’s first-choice centre-forward before Isak’s own serious injury.[6]

Ekitike’s setback occurred before Liverpool’s recent trip to Craven Cottage, leaving the team without a recognised striker and highlighting his importance to Arne Slot’s side.[6] However, Liverpool have consistently framed the issue as relatively minor, and his continued involvement around the squad has been seen as a sign that the problem is not long term.[6]

To reassure supporters and signal his mindset ahead of his comeback, Ekitike shared a post via his Instagram story featuring a screenshot of a tweet that reads: “just wanna thank God in advance for the run I’m about go on.”[6] The message underlines his confidence that he will quickly rediscover his goal-scoring form once back on the pitch and that this brief injury layoff will not derail his momentum.[6]

With Isak out for an extended period, Liverpool are heavily reliant on Ekitike leading the line when fit, and his imminent return is viewed as a major boost to their attacking options.[6] While Slot is expected to rotate his squad heavily for the upcoming FA Cup tie against Barnsley, the more likely target for Ekitike’s full return is the Premier League clash with Burnley at Anfield later next week, reinforcing the sense that his injury is only a short-term concern.[6]