Liverpool Forgotten Man Stefan Bajcetic May Be Denied Transfer Exit This Month After New Injury Blow

Liverpool midfielder Stefan Bajcetic has suffered a fresh hamstring injury setback in January 2026, derailing his hopes of a first-team return or a loan move away from Anfield this transfer window[1][2].

The 21-year-old Spaniard, who last featured for Liverpool's senior squad 613 days ago, had targeted a comeback before Christmas but this new issue has sidelined him until at least the end of January[2]. According to reports from The Athletic, the injury thwarts his progress and eliminates any realistic chance of securing a loan in the current window, leaving under-21s football or a miraculous first-team breakthrough as his only options this season[2].

Bajcetic's woes stem from ongoing fitness battles; he underwent hamstring surgery in late May 2025 and aimed for pre-season readiness in 2025-26, but recovery has been protracted[3]. By November 2025, he resumed team training yet remained about a month from match fitness, likely limited to a bench role upon return[3]. Despite heavy summer loan interest, he stayed at Liverpool but has played zero minutes this campaign, raising concerns over his development at age 21[2].

The injury crisis extends beyond Bajcetic under manager Arne Slot. Big-money signing Alexander Isak suffered a broken leg against Tottenham in December 2025, requiring surgery and ruling him out until season's end. Hugo Ekitike now battles a hamstring problem after the Fulham draw, while Joe Gomez (hamstring vs. Brighton) and Wataru Endo (ankle since early December) are also absent[2].

Fans might have forgotten Bajcetic amid these blows, but his plight underscores Liverpool's deepening midfield injury woes, potentially stalling his career momentum further[1][2].

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