Kostas Tsimikas facing Liverpool limbo as Roma reaches breaking point

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Liverpool IconLiverpool FC NewsFeaturesKostas TsimikasKostas Tsimikas has struggled to nail down a place in Roma's side after moving to the Italian capital on loan, and a decision on his future looks set to be made soonKostas Tsimikas joined Roma on loan from Liverpool during the summer(Image: Getty Images)Kostas Tsimikas could return to Liverpool earlier than expected, with reports in Italy suggesting that Roma may look to end his loan spell next month.Tsimikas made the move on loan to Serie A during the summer following the arrival of Milos Kerkez, which effectively made him Liverpool’s third-choice left-back behind the Hungarian and Andy Robertson.The 29-year-old has made 11 appearances in total for Roma, although there are increasing suggestions of dissatisfaction coming from Italy. Tsimikas has started just two of the last nine league games, and has been left on the bench entirely for five of those encounters.READ MORE: FSG set for $1.7 billion boost as Liverpool owner 'agrees' major dealREAD MORE: Man City breaks silence on 115 charges case as Liverpool awaits final decisionNow, according to Corriere dello Sport (via RomaPress), Roma may look to end the loans of both Tsimikas and Leon Bailey in January as it looks to free up some space in its squad.Gian Piero Gasperini is said to be focusing on the left flank in particular for new signings, which would seemingly be bad news for Tsimikas.There is still no room for the Greek international back at Anfield, with both Kerkez and Robertson vying for the left-back spot in Arne Slot’s side, so another transfer - whether it’s permanent or another loan - would appear to be the best option if he does end up back on Merseyside.Kostas Tsimikas could be set for an early return to Liverpool(Image: NurPhoto, NurPhoto via Getty Images)Fortunately for Tsimikas, he is in a much better position than Harvey Elliott finds himself in.Unlike the England U21 international, there is no obligation or clause for Roma to sign Tsimikas permanently after making a certain number of appearances, which makes cancelling his loan mid-season a lot easier.What’s more, Tsimikas didn’t make any competitive appearances for Liverpool this season before heading to Rome, meaning he would be able to play for another club this season as long as he doesn’t play any games for the Reds upon his return.Get LFC's 2025/26 season home and away kitsThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it.

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