Liverpool maintained their perfect start to the Premier League season with a dramatic 1-0 victory over Burnley on Sunday, sealed by Mohamed Salah’s stoppage-time penalty. The win keeps Arne Slot’s side top of the table, three points clear of Arsenal, Tottenham and Bournemouth.
Attention now turns to Europe, as the Reds prepare to open their Champions League campaign at Anfield against Atletico Madrid on Wednesday night (8pm kick-off). With a busy schedule ahead, fitness and squad rotation will be crucial for Slot. Here’s the latest on Liverpool’s injury situation:
Alexis Mac Allister
The midfielder was forced off at half-time against Burnley after receiving treatment following a heavy challenge from Lesley Ugochukwu. Mac Allister, who also missed the end of last season through injury, is still building match sharpness after a disrupted pre-season.
What Arne Slot said:
“Not tactically, it was a bit of both. He missed a lot of pre-season. He is ready for one game a week, maybe 70–90 minutes, but he is still getting there.”
➡️ Return date: Expected to be available against Atletico Madrid, though his minutes may be managed.
Alexander Isak
Liverpool’s £125m summer signing missed the Burnley clash after joining from Newcastle late in the window. Fans are eagerly awaiting his debut, but he wasn’t risked at Turf Moor.
➡️ Return date: Could make his first appearance for Liverpool against Atletico, depending on fitness levels.
Curtis Jones
The midfielder has been dealing with a minor fitness issue but is back in full training. Slot is hopeful he will be ready to feature this week.
➡️ Return date: In contention for the Atletico Madrid game.