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Arne Slot has delivered an important injury update for Liverpool as they prepare for tonight’s Champions League encounter with Girona.
The Reds will be without key players like Federico Chiesa and Diogo Jota due to injuries, while Alexis Mac Allister is suspended for their trip to Spain. However, there is a silver lining as Alisson Becker has recovered from a muscle injury that kept him sidelined for two months and is part of the squad.
Slot Confirms Alisson’s Return
In Monday’s pre-match press conference, Slot confirmed that the Brazilian goalkeeper is fit and ready to start. When asked if Alisson would feature against Girona, Slot responded, “Yes, he is.”
He added, “Having Alisson back is fantastic. He’s been exceptional for both this club and the Brazil national team for so many years. It’s great to have him available again. But we must also recognize how well Caoimh [Kelleher] has performed in his absence.
“We expect Alisson to maintain the same high standards, or perhaps even improve in some areas. But Kelleher has shown he is a top-tier goalkeeper, and that gives us the confidence that whoever starts will do the job.”
A Welcome Selection Dilemma
Slot has previously suggested that Alisson would return to the starting XI once fully fit, signaling a potential change in the lineup for the Girona match. This isn’t a knock on Kelleher, who has delivered impressive performances during Alisson’s absence, but the Brazilian’s experience and quality make him the likely choice to start.
Even after a rare mistake against Newcastle last week, Kelleher has proven he can be trusted in crucial moments. Now, Slot faces the enviable task of selecting between two top-class goalkeepers—something few managers are fortunate enough to do.
With the fixture list intensifying and Liverpool dealing with other injury concerns, Alisson’s return couldn’t come at a better time. Whether Slot chooses his No. 1 or sticks with Kelleher, Liverpool fans can be confident the team is in safe hands.