Liverpool Goalkeeper Alisson Becker Shares a Worrying Injury Update After Missing PL Clash with Bournemouth
Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker has shared a troubling injury update after being absent from Saturday’s win over Bournemouth.
The Brazilian shot-stopper was unexpectedly left out of Arne Slot’s squad for the match against the Cherries at Anfield, despite playing in the previous five games of the season. During that stretch, Alisson managed to keep three clean sheets while conceding only two goals.
In his absence, backup goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher stepped in, making his first appearance of the season.
Kelleher put in a solid performance, producing several key saves that contributed to Liverpool’s 3-0 victory, which helped the team get back to winning form in the Premier League.
Before the match, manager Arne Slot revealed that Alisson had missed Thursday’s training session, and the club’s medical staff would assess his condition to determine his availability for Friday’s practice. Ultimately, Alisson was declared unfit to face Bournemouth.
After the game, there was no further update from Slot regarding Alisson’s condition. However, the goalkeeper took to social media to give fans an update.
On Instagram, the 31-year-old posted a picture showing a point-of-view shot of himself sitting on his sofa with a medical device attached to his legs.
The device Alisson was using is known to aid blood circulation in the legs, which can help speed up muscle recovery.
While this may be a positive sign for his potential return, the sight of such equipment raised concerns among fans unfamiliar with its purpose.
Slot will soon provide a detailed update on the condition of his No. 1 goalkeeper as Liverpool prepare for a quick return to action against West Ham in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday.
Alisson is unlikely to play in this match, as Kelleher was expected to start regardless of the Brazilian’s fitness. This situation allows Alisson additional time to regain his form ahead of next weekend’s Premier League match against Wolves.
Even then, there is a possibility that he may not participate, and it wouldn’t be surprising to see him excluded again. Slot may be aiming for Alisson’s return in the following midweek Champions League game against Bologna.
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