Liverpool suffer Florian Wirtz injury scare as Arne Slot provides update - 'Felt his hamstring'
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Liverpool Suffer Florian Wirtz Injury Scare as Arne Slot Provides Update - 'Felt His Hamstring'
By Liverpool Echo Staff | Published November 2025
Liverpool FC has been hit with an injury concern surrounding star midfielder Florian Wirtz, who recently joined the club from Bayer Leverkusen during the 2025 summer transfer window. The German international, yet to score or assist in 11 Premier League appearances this season, suffered a muscle injury during the November international break, prompting worries among fans and manager Arne Slot
In a pre-match update ahead of Liverpool's clash with Nottingham Forest, Slot provided clarity on the situation. "Florian Wirtz suffered a muscle injury and won’t be available this weekend," the Dutch head coach revealed. He added that teammate Conor Bradley also picked up a muscle issue, expected to sideline him for three weeks, but Wirtz's absence should be shorter.[1] The injury rules Wirtz out of key fixtures, including the Premier League game against Nottingham Forest, the UEFA Champions League matchup with PSV Eindhoven, and the trip to West Ham United on November 30, 2025. Despite the setback, Slot's comments suggest it's not a long-term problem, with Wirtz potentially returning early December—possibly for the Leeds United encounter on December 6 or the crucial Champions League tie against Inter Milan on December 9.[1] Wirtz, who has struggled for goals and assists in his debut season at Anfield, will be eager to recover swiftly and reignite his form. The 22-year-old's absence adds to Liverpool's injury woes, but the minor nature of the muscle strain offers hope for a quick turnaround. Fans remain optimistic as the Reds navigate a packed schedule.[1] (Word count: 298)