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Alisson’s Injury Woes Deepen as Liverpool Faces Uncertain Weeks

Manager Arne Slot shared disheartening news regarding Alisson Becker’s latest injury setback. The Brazilian goalkeeper suffered a hamstring injury that saw him depart the field in visible frustration during Liverpool’s narrow 1-0 victory over Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park.

Injury Strikes at Selhurst Park

Late into the second half, the scene at Selhurst Park turned grim for Liverpool supporters as Alisson, a key figure between the posts, had to be substituted following a hamstring issue. The impact of his departure was immediate, prompting debutant Vitezslav Jaros to step in unexpectedly. Alisson’s reaction—punching the turf before limping off—underscored the severity of the situation.

Update from Arne Slot

During the post-match press conference, Slot provided an update that was anything but reassuring. “The latest is that we don’t know, but what we do know is if a player walks off like he does that normally means that he’s not in the Brazil squad and I don’t expect him to be in the team in the first game we play afterwards,” he stated.

Hamstring Woe: A Recurring Nightmare

The hamstring, indeed, seems to be the culprit once again—a troubling recurrence for Alisson who previously missed significant playing time last season due to a similar injury. Slot’s remarks highlighted the gravity of the situation: “It’s going to take a few weeks I assume for him to be back.” With Alisson sidelined, Liverpool’s backup, Caoimhin Kelleher, is poised to take the helm in the upcoming high-stakes match against Chelsea on October 20.

Depth in the Squad: Liverpool’s Silver Lining

Despite the gloom cast by Alisson’s injury, Slot remains optimistic about the depth of his squad. “The positive thing for the team is – and it’s not only in the goalkeeper position, but almost every position – that we have a second option that’s also really good,” he explained. Kelleher, who has proven himself capable in previous outings, will be crucial as Liverpool navigates this challenging period. Slot’s confidence extends to the team’s third-choice keeper, Vitezslav Jaros, whose unexpected debut underlines the squad’s resilience.