Liverpool receive triple injury boost ahead of Crystal Palace match
Liverpool manager Arne Slot has received a significant triple injury boost after Alisson Becker, Joe Gomez, and Wataru Endo all returned to training ahead of Saturday’s Premier League match against Crystal Palace.
The Reds are seeking a third consecutive league victory to strengthen their Champions League qualification hopes following a recent Merseyside derby triumph.
However, the Anfield club will be forced into a goalkeeper change this weekend.
Giorgi Mamardashvili sustained a knee issue during the victory against Everton and is officially ruled out of the upcoming fixture.
Taking to social media to reassure supporters, the Georgian stand-in wrote:
Thank God everything is fine. Thank you all so much for your support and for being by my side. I’ll be back soon. Big win in the derby and three points.
Alisson eyes Manchester United return
First-choice stopper Alisson has been sidelined for the last six matches with a persistent injury problem.
The Brazilian international was photographed back on the grass on Thursday, providing a timely lift for the squad.
Despite resuming outdoor work, the veteran goalkeeper is reportedly targeting the highly anticipated clash with Manchester United on May 3 for his competitive comeback.
Meanwhile, defensive utility man Gomez looks set to feature immediately against the Eagles.
The England international sat out the recent domestic victory completely after featuring in a prior European defeat to Paris Saint-Germain.
Endo stepping up recovery
Midfield anchor Endo also joined the main group during the latest session at the club’s training facility.
The Japanese international has not featured since February after being stretchered off during a win over Sunderland.
His return to fitness will provide crucial squad depth for the demanding closing stages of the campaign.
Slot is expected to provide a definitive update on the availability of all three returning stars during his pre-match press conference on Friday morning.
