Arne Slot Receives Positive Liverpool Injury News Ahead of Premier League Game vs Nottingham Forest
Liverpool have received positive injury news ahead of their upcoming match against Nottingham Forest on September 14.
So far this season, Arne Slot has largely enjoyed the advantage of having a nearly full squad available, with Curtis Jones being the only significant absentee.
The 23-year-old missed the victories against Brentford and Manchester United due to a minor injury but is expected to be fit for the Nottingham Forest clash, according to the Liverpool Echo.
Jones has been working on his recovery at the AXA Training Centre, and his rehabilitation is reportedly progressing well.
Curtis Jones was on the bench and didn’t feature in Liverpool’s opening win against Ipswich.
With stiff competition for midfield spots once everyone is fully fit, his potential return for the game against Forest would be a welcome advantage for manager Arne Slot.
Even if he doesn’t get to play in that match, the team has six more games over the next three weeks, which increases his chances of getting minutes.
As the season progresses into autumn, with matches happening every few days, squad rotation will become essential, providing more opportunities for players like Jones.
The 23-year-old proved his worth during pre-season when he scored against Manchester United, showing his ability to fit well into Slot’s system.
His skill in passing and dribbling can shine at Anfield, even though his time at Liverpool has had its ups and downs.
Jones could also look to Ryan Gravenberch for motivation, as the Dutch midfielder has excelled in the number 6 role under Slot’s guidance in the early part of the season.
With Harvey Elliott being withdrawn from the England under-21 squad for medical checks in Merseyside, Jones could see his game-time increase if Elliott has to miss a few matches.
In the weeks ahead, Liverpool will need to rely on the depth of their squad, even from players who don’t always start. As a local player, Jones is still expected to play a key role this season.
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