Slot Opens Up on Liverpool Star ‘Struggling’ as Key Duo Return to Strengthen Reds”

“Slot Reveals Liverpool Star ‘Struggling’ as Duo Deliver Major Boost for Reds”

Liverpool will take on Manchester United in the Premier League on Sunday afternoon, and ahead of the fixture, Arne Slot has given an update on the Reds’ injury situation.

Liverpool have been outstanding during the first half of the 2024/25 season, with Slot’s team currently leading both the Premier League and Champions League standings, in addition to reaching the semi-finals of the Carabao Cup.

In contrast, Manchester United has faced significant difficulties this season. Positioned 14th in the league with only six wins from 19 matches, the Red Devils have lost their last four games, and manager Ruben Amorim has even discussed the possibility of relegation this week.

A trip to Anfield is the last thing Amorim’s side needed, and the challenge has grown even tougher as Liverpool looks set to welcome back two key players for the important match. However, Slot also mentioned that one player is currently “not in a good place.”

Liverpool Receive Major Lift Ahead of Manchester United Encounter

Ahead of the Manchester United match, Arne Slot confirmed during a press briefing on Friday that Ibrahima Konate and Conor Bradley would return to full training, suggesting that both could be available for selection for Sunday’s match.

This update is a major boost for the Dutch coach, with Konate having been crucial to the team’s success in the first half of the season, while Bradley’s return adds essential depth as a backup for Trent Alexander-Arnold at right-back.

Slot also confirmed that Joe Gomez will be out for several weeks due to the injury he picked up against West Ham, with the defender in a challenging situation regarding the issue.

“Not in a good place with his injury… out for a few weeks,” the former Feyenoord manager explained, as reported by James Pearce.

While Gomez’s absence will be a concern for Slot, the return of Konate provides some relief.