Isak, Frimpong, Wataru - Liverpool injury and return dates latest ahead of Nottingham Forest
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Liverpool Injury Update: Isak, Frimpong, Endo Ahead of Nottingham Forest
Alexander Isak Return Timeline
Liverpool manager Arne Slot provided an update on striker Alexander Isak's recovery from an ankle injury and fibula fracture sustained in December. Isak underwent surgery on December 22 and has not played since. According to Slot, Isak was on the pitch with running shoes for the first time this week. The manager expects Isak to return to group training around the end of March or start of April, pending no further setbacks. Slot emphasized that returning to training does not mean immediate match readiness, as final rehabilitation stages require careful monitoring.
Jeremie Frimpong Unavailable
Frimpong will miss the upcoming Nottingham Forest fixture due to a muscle injury sustained during a Champions League match against Qarabag. Slot hopes Frimpong will be available for the following week's match against West Ham if recovery progresses as planned.
Wataru Endo Long-Term Absence
Wataru Endo suffered a foot injury while being stretchered off during Liverpool's win at Sunderland on February 11. Slot confirmed Endo will be out for an extended period, with no specific timeline yet determined.
Positive Notes
Joe Gomez is now ready to start after recent substitute appearances. Conor Bradley remains sidelined for the remainder of the season following knee surgery from an January injury.