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Liverpool injury latest as Arne Slot confirms duo return and answers transfer question

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Liverpool Echo IconSportFootballLiverpool FCNeed to knowArne Slot spoke to reporters on Tuesday ahead of Liverpool's clash with Wolves in the Premier League on SaturdayArne Slot gave a Liverpool injury update at his press conference this morningEverything you need to know about Arne Slot's pre-Wolves press conference as the Liverpool manager delivers an injury update on Alexander Isak and answers questions on the Reds' January transfer plans...Alexander Isak injury diagnosis: Slot confirmed that the striker suffered a fractured fibula and ankle injury that required surgery on Monday. Despite the setback, Slot expressed confidence that the Sweden international will return to play a significant role in the final months of the season.



Follow what Arne Slot said here.Fitness updates: There was better news regarding Conor Bradley, who Slot suggested could be available for the match against Wolves this Saturday, while offering a similar verdict for Cody Gakpo. Slot also stated that Joe Gomez and Wataru Endo will not be available.Harvey Elliott loan situation: Slot firmly dismissed rumours of an early return for Harvey Elliott, who is currently on loan at Aston Villa.

He stated that Elliott is a Villa player for the season, hinting that an Anfield return will not be on the cards.January transfer speculation: When asked about potential moves for Bournemouth’s Antoine Semenyo, Slot respectfully dodged the questions. He insisted that his only focus is on the upcoming games against Wolves and Leeds rather than mid-season recruitment.Reflections on the Tottenham Match: Slot criticised Micky van de Ven’s challenge on Isak as "reckless", which has now left the striker on the sidelines with an injury.