Liverpool supporters have received an encouraging update ahead of Saturday’s Premier League clash with Tottenham Hotspur, following fresh information shared by respected journalist James Pearce.
The Reds’ victory over Brighton last weekend came with a moment of concern when Dominik Szoboszlai was forced off late in the game after landing awkwardly while trying to evade a sliding challenge from Kaoru Mitoma. The midfielder appeared to be in discomfort, raising fears that Liverpool could be without one of their most influential players for the upcoming trip to north London.
Those worries have eased considerably in recent days. Early assessments carried out while Szoboszlai was on international duty with Hungary suggested that the ankle problem was not serious. This initial optimism has now been backed up by further positive signs from Liverpool’s medical team.
According to an update reported by The Athletic, Szoboszlai has responded well to treatment and is hopeful of being fit in time to face Spurs. Pearce described the situation as positive, underlining the growing confidence within the club that the Hungarian international could be available. Liverpool will continue to monitor his condition closely, with a final decision expected to be made on Friday.
Even if Saturday’s fixture proves to come too soon, there is strong belief that Szoboszlai would be ready to return when Wolves visit Anfield shortly after Christmas.
Liverpool have also been dealing with other fitness concerns. Joe Gomez is expected to miss the Spurs match due to a hamstring issue, although the injury is thought to be relatively minor. Jeremie Frimpong, meanwhile, is edging closer to a return after a lengthy absence and is nearing full team training following two months on the sidelines.
Having Szoboszlai available would be a significant boost at a time when Liverpool’s options are being stretched. Mohamed Salah is away at the Africa Cup of Nations, while defensive absences could require tactical adjustments. Although Conor Bradley is back from suspension, the versatility of Szoboszlai could yet prove valuable if needed in an unfamiliar role.
There is also a disciplinary factor to consider. The midfielder is currently one yellow card away from triggering a one-match suspension. However, if he avoids a booking across Liverpool’s next three league fixtures, the threshold will rise, giving him more leeway later in the season. Even a fifth booking in early January would not rule him out of the high-profile clash with Arsenal.
For now, the focus remains on Saturday’s encounter. Liverpool will be hoping Szoboszlai can recover in time and make an impact against Spurs, potentially repeating his influential performance from the same fixture last season, when the Reds ran out emphatic winners in north London
