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Arne Slot reports how long he expects Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker to be injured

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Arne Slot reports how long he expects Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker to be injured

Liverpool are preparing to travel to the Emirates Stadium on Sunday to face Arsenal in what promises to be one of the highlights of the Premier League season so far.

The Gunners are sweating over Bukayo Saka physical fitness and there will be no suspended William Saliba, but there are doubts about Jurrien Timber and Riccardo Calafiori.

Liverpool have their own injury issues, and Arne Slot just provided an update on that Alisson Beckerwho remains on the bench due to a hamstring problem.

Arne Slot claims that Alisson Becker will not return to playing for Liverpool any time soon

injured Alisson Becker of Liverpool FC and manager Arne Slot during the Premier League match between Crystal Palace FC and Liverpool FC in Selhur...
Photo: Sebastian Frej/MB Media/Getty Images

The Brazilian was substituted late in the 1-0 win over Crystal Palace and has not featured for the club since then, with Caoimhin Kelleher serving as his replacement between the sticks.

In an interview before the match against Arsenal Slot confirmed that Alisson is making good progress but is not close to returning to training.

“He is progressing well, as we expect, but it is not a short-term improvement,” the Dutchman said at a news conference.

“It’s always difficult to judge. The best way to assess the health condition is when the athlete is undergoing rehabilitation and is not yet on the right track.

I can’t say how long he will be sidelined, but don’t expect him to be present against Brighton, in the cup or next week.

How many games did Alisson Becker miss this season?

Alisson has already missed four games this season due to injury, with Kelleher replacing him each time.

Competition Applications GA CS Min
First league 6 2 4 529
UEFA Champions League 2 1 1 180

However, when Kelleher was injured against Palace, he was left out of the squad due to his own injury, leading to a surprise debut for Vitezslav Jaros.

Signed for £67 million In the summer of 2018, Alisson is undoubtedly one of the best goalkeepers in the world, but his nagging injuries are becoming a serious problem for the club.

Liverpool’s impending arrival Giorgi Mamardashvili confirmed that he will fight for the starting place next season, so the Brazilian will need to prove he is fit to maintain his position as the Reds’ number one goalkeeper.

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