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Reports from France suggest that Liverpool loanee Billy Koumetio might be on the verge of making a return to Anfield.
The 21-year-old defender initially joined Ligue 2 side USL Dunkerque on loan during the summer transfer window, where he has consistently started in all eight of his appearances for the club in the 2023/24 campaign.
Despite his strong performance during the temporary move, uncertainty surrounds his future at the French club, as he was not present in the latest training sessions.
According to La Voix Du Nord via Sport Witness, Koumetio is currently absent from the Dunkerque squad and is no longer participating in their training sessions.
While the reason for his absence remains unknown, speculations have arisen regarding a potential return to Jurgen Klopp’s side, considering Liverpool’s defensive depth issues.
The absence of Koumetio from Dunkerque’s training sessions raises questions about Liverpool’s intentions.
It remains unclear whether Liverpool aim to integrate him into the first-team squad, where he has already made two appearances for The Reds, or if they plan to continue his development through another loan move.
The timing of this situation coincides with a long-term injury to Joël Matip, sidelining him until the end of his contract in the summer.
Liverpool, facing the challenge of balancing fixtures across four different competitions in the 2023/24 season, could benefit from additional reinforcements in the centre-back position. The decision regarding Koumetio’s future is yet to be revealed.
Koumetio can also excel in the left-back position, a position where Klopp faces shortages due to injuries to both Andy Robertson and Konstatinos Tsimikas.
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