Big injury update for Liverpool ahead of crucial match against Tottenham
Big update on Dominik Szoboszlai ahead of Tottenham clash
Liverpool fans are holding their breath as the medical team works overtime to get Dominik Szoboszlai fit for Saturday’s crucial Premier League encounter against Tottenham.
The Hungarian midfielder was forced off in the 83rd minute of last weekend’s 2-0 victory over Brighton after sustaining an ankle injury following a heavy landing.
While manager Arne Slot initially admitted the injury “didn’t look great,” a subsequent scan has offered a glimmer of hope for the defending champions.
Fitness update on Dominik Szoboszlai ahead of Liverpool vs Tottenham
According to the latest report from The Athletic, there is cautious optimism regarding Szoboszlai’s availability for the trip to North London.
The 25-year-old is reportedly ‘hoping to be passed fit’ after responding well to initial treatment throughout the week.
Liverpool’s medical staff plan to monitor the midfielder closely over the next 48 hours, with a final decision expected to be made on Friday afternoon.
If Szoboszlai does not pass the late fitness test, the club will not take any unnecessary risks.
In that scenario, the expectation is that he will definitely be back in the squad for the visit of bottom-placed Wolves to Anfield on December 27.
Szoboszlai has been Liverpool’s best player this season
The desperation to have Szoboszlai available is understandable, as the Hungarian has arguably been Liverpool’s most important player this season.
In a campaign where the Reds have faced various selection dilemmas, the No. 8 has been the ultimate utility man, featuring in six different positions, including right-back during the Brighton game after Joe Gomez’s withdrawal.
Statistically, Szoboszlai’s influence is unmatched within the current squad:
He currently leads the club with 10 direct goal involvements (5 goals, 5 assists) across all competitions.
Work Rate: Only Virgil van Dijk has played more minutes for the Reds this season, underlining his importance to Arne Slot’s system.
Creative Engine: He leads the team in progressive passes, successful crosses, and shots on target from midfield.
With Salah now away at the Africa Cup of Nations, fans will hope Szoboszlai will be fit against Spurs to help Liverpool mark their first back to back win in the league since 20th September.