Liverpool Injury Latest: Return Dates After Jeremie Frimpong Training Update

Ahead of Liverpool's Premier League clash with Nottingham Forest on February 22, 2026, the squad saw 19 players train with no new injuries following the recent win over Brighton. Manager Arne Slot provided cautious optimism on several key absences, particularly at right-back, where options remain limited.[1][2]

Jeremie Frimpong

Jeremie Frimpong, sidelined since January 29, 2026, with a hamstring injury, has shown progress but was absent from recent training sessions. Slot previously noted the issue was "not as bad as first thought," estimating a few weeks out. A return against West Ham on February 28, 2026 (away) remains possible, though not guaranteed, amid ongoing right-back concerns.[2][3][4]

Alexander Isak

Record signing Alexander Isak suffered a broken leg in the December 23, 2025, win at Tottenham, described by Slot as resulting from a "reckless" challenge. Recently pictured in individual training without a cast, the Sweden international targets a March 2026 return, with Slot confident he'll feature before the season ends despite a "couple of months" sidelined.[2][3]

Conor Bradley

Conor Bradley's season is over after knee surgery following an injury against Arsenal on January 8, 2026. The young right-back faces rehabilitation with a potential return in summer or September 2026, a major blow given his promising start.[2][3][5]

Wataru Endo

Midfielder Wataru Endo, who deputized at right-back, was stretchered off with a foot injury during the February 11 Sunderland win. Slot indicated he'll be out "for a while," with no firm timeline yet, though a seasonal return is possible.[2][4][5]

Other Absences

• Stefan Bajcetic: Yet to play this season due to ongoing issues.[5]
• Giovanni Leoni: Out for the season with an ACL tear from September 2025.[4][5]

With five players sidelined, Slot may rely on makeshift defenses against Forest. Frimpong's potential West Ham comeback and Isak's March target offer hope amid the injury storm.[1][2][4]

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