Liverpool have been handed a fresh set of injury concerns just as momentum begins to build under Arne Slot, with three new issues emerging from their hard-fought 2-1 win away to Tottenham.
That victory marked the first time Liverpool have won back-to-back Premier League matches since September, and they will be strong favourites to make it three in a row when they host Wolves on December 27. However, the trip to north London came at a cost, leaving Slot anxiously awaiting updates on several key players.
Below is the full Liverpool injury update, including the latest information and expected return dates.
Alexander Isak – major concern after Spurs injury
Alexander Isak is Liverpool’s biggest worry following the win over Tottenham.
The £125m summer signing was introduced from the bench but lasted just 11 minutes before sustaining an ankle injury while scoring the opening goal. Isak was caught by Micky van de Ven in the act of finishing and immediately required treatment.
Unable to celebrate his goal, the striker was eventually carried off with assistance from the medical staff. Slot admitted afterwards that the situation was concerning.
“It’s not a good thing,” Slot said. “We have to wait and see.”
Isak was scheduled for scans after the match, with early reports suggesting fears of a potentially significant injury.
Potential return date: Unknown
Conor Bradley – hamstring worry returns
Conor Bradley made his return at Tottenham after missing the win over Brighton, but the right-back was forced off at half-time after appearing to tweak his hamstring while tracking back.
Slot grouped Bradley’s situation with Isak’s in his post-match comments.
“With Alex and with Conor, we have to wait,” he said. “It’s quite normal in this period that teams pick up injuries.”
Liverpool will be hoping the issue is minor, but his early withdrawal raises concern.
Potential return date: Unknown
Florian Wirtz – precaution likely
Florian Wirtz provided the assist for Isak’s opener but became Liverpool’s third new injury concern of the afternoon.
The German was spotted rubbing his hamstring before being substituted late on, making way for youngster Trey Nyoni as Liverpool protected their lead. There was no immediate update post-match, but the change appeared precautionary given Liverpool’s lack of attacking depth.
Potential return date: Wolves (H), December 27
Jeremie Frimpong – no new issue after scare
Jeremie Frimpong made his first appearance in two months as a substitute at Spurs and briefly caused concern after going down late on.
Slot was quick to dismiss any fears.
“No, there is no problem at all,” he said. “I did not want to go down for 30 seconds.”
Frimpong is expected to be fully available for the Wolves game.
Potential return date: Wolves (H), December 27
Cody Gakpo – improving quicker than expected
Cody Gakpo has missed Liverpool’s last three matches with a muscle injury suffered against Leeds.
Slot confirmed ahead of the Tottenham game that fresh scans had delivered encouraging news.
“He had a scan that looked promising,” Slot said. “That means he might come back a bit earlier than expected.”
A return is still not imminent, but optimism is growing.
Potential return date: Late December / early January
Joe Gomez – sidelined again
Joe Gomez was forced off early in the win over Brighton after going down off the ball.
Slot confirmed the defender was unavailable again for Tottenham, with no timeline yet provided. It is another frustrating setback for a player who has struggled with injuries throughout his career.
Potential return date: Unknown
Wataru Endo – weeks out with ankle injury
Wataru Endo picked up an ankle injury, revealed alongside the update on Gakpo.
Although not a regular starter, Endo would have offered useful depth during this congested period.
“It’s going to be weeks,” Slot confirmed.
Potential return date: January 2026
Giovanni Leoni – long-term ACL absence
Young defender Giovanni Leoni suffered a torn ACL on his Liverpool debut in the Carabao Cup and is expected to miss the remainder of the season.
“He tore his ACL and it means he will be out for a year,” Slot said. “Being so young, it’s very hard to take.”
Potential return date: Autumn 2026
Key insights
- Alexander Isak suffered an ankle injury after scoring at Spurs
- Conor Bradley was forced off with a suspected hamstring issue
- Florian Wirtz’s substitution appears precautionary
- Gakpo and Endo are progressing but still weeks away
- Liverpool remain short-handed heading into Christmas
What’s next for Liverpool?
Liverpool return to Anfield on Saturday, December 27, when they host Wolverhampton Wanderers in the Premier League. With injuries mounting but form improving, Slot will be hoping for positive news on Isak and Bradley as the title race begins to intensify.
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