Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker is set to miss crucial matches against Chelsea and Arsenal due to a hamstring injury, expected to sideline him for approximately six weeks.
The 32-year-old Brazilian international suffered the injury during Liverpool’s 1-0 victory over Crystal Palace last weekend and was substituted in the second half. Medical tests have confirmed the severity of the injury, ruling him out until after next month’s international break.
Liverpool manager Arne Slot expressed concern over Alisson’s absence, saying, “We have to wait and see, but it will be a few weeks before he’s back. I think it’s his hamstring… He’s clearly our number one, the best goalkeeper in the world. It’s always a blow when he’s injured, not just for him but for us as a team.”
_Key Fixtures Alisson Will Miss:_
– Chelsea (October 20)
– Arsenal (October 27)
– Champions League ties against RB Leipzig and Bayer Leverkusen
Caoimhin Kelleher, who missed the Palace match due to illness, is expected to replace Alisson in goal, reprising his role from last season when Alisson suffered a similar hamstring issue.
_Liverpool’s Title Bid:_
– Currently top of the Premier League with 18 points
– One point ahead of Manchester City and Arsenal
– Next match: Southampton (November 24) potentially Alisson’s return
Liverpool’s depth will be tested as they navigate critical matches without their star goalkeeper.
