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Liverpool’s season has been shaped not only by performances on the pitch but also by a growing injury list that has tested the squad’s depth and resilience. While there is relief that no player is currently suspended, the treatment room remains busy.
Stefan Bajcetic: Talent on Hold
Stefan Bajcetic has yet to feature in the 2025-26 campaign due to ongoing injury problems. It has been a frustrating period for the young midfielder, who has struggled to build consistent momentum in his recovery.
Speaking on January 30, explained the situation honestly:
“He’s not training yet. So, he constantly gets close to the team and then he has a little setback and then comes close and has a little setback, so we’re hoping and expecting to have him very soon, again.
“But at that moment of time he trains with us again, then he’s been out for six, seven, eight months [with] no first-team training. So, as much as I’d like to have him back, we have to manage the expectations with him as well.”
That last line is important. Even when Bajcetic returns to team training, he will need time. After such a long absence, sharpness and match rhythm do not come overnight. Liverpool fans will be eager to see him back, but patience will be key.
Conor Bradley: Season Over After Knee Surgery
Conor Bradley suffered a significant knee injury against on January 8, ruling him out for the rest of the season. The defender underwent surgery shortly after and has since begun his rehabilitation process. On January 14, Bradley shared his disappointment but also his determination:
“A big blow but surgery is done so the comeback starts now. It won’t be for a little while but I already can’t wait to get back playing for Liverpool FC and Northern Ireland.”
For Liverpool, this is a major setback. Bradley’s energy, defensive aggression and ability to contribute in attack had made him an increasingly important option. His absence reduces depth in wide defensive areas and forces adjustments for the remainder of the campaign.
Jayden Danns: Still Working Back to Fitness
Jayden Danns is currently not training as he continues to recover from a previous fitness issue.
Slot confirmed on January 30:
“Jayden, if he would have been fit, he would have definitely been in the squad but unfortunately he isn’t and we don’t expect him back today or tomorrow as well.”
Danns had been knocking on the door of first-team involvement, and his absence slows that progress. For a young forward trying to establish himself, missed training sessions can be as frustrating as missing matches. The focus now is on getting him fully fit before reintroducing him into the matchday picture.
Wataru Endo: Long-Term Absence Confirmed
Wataru Endo was stretchered off during the win at Sunderland on February 11 after suffering a foot injury. Early fears have since been confirmed.
Slot provided a worrying update on February 19:
“Wata will be out for a long time. We don’t know exactly how long – but long.”
That uncertainty is the hardest part. Endo’s leadership, defensive discipline and tactical intelligence have been valuable, particularly in tight games. A long-term absence places more responsibility on other midfielders to provide balance and control. Liverpool’s medical team will continue to assess his recovery timeline, but supporters should prepare for a lengthy spell without him.
Jeremie Frimpong: Short-Term Muscle Issue
Jeremie Frimpong pulled up with a muscle injury early in the Champions League clash against Qarabag, forcing him off within minutes.
Slot offered cautious optimism on February 19:
“Jeremie will not be involved this weekend yet [against Nottingham Forest]. We hope he will be involved next week [against West Ham United] if things go as planned.”
This appears to be a short-term setback rather than a serious problem. Muscle injuries require careful management to avoid recurrence, but if all goes well, Frimpong could return quickly and restore pace and attacking width to Liverpool’s right side.
Alexander Isak: Recovery After Ankle Surgery
Alexander Isak remains sidelined following ankle surgery that included a fibula fracture sustained on December 22. The injury occurred just days after he scored against .
Slot shared a detailed update on February 19:
“It will be somewhere around there [the March international break] and then it’s always the question if things go really well or if he gets a little bit of a setback. So, it will be around that period of time – end of March, start of April when he’s hopefully back with the group.
“When you’re back with the group it’s not to say that you are ready to play, let alone start, a game of football because, again, he’s been out for months and the last time he’s been out for months I think we could all see that it took him a while before he was the player we have signed from Newcastle.”
That final point is realistic. Returning to training is only the first step. Match fitness and confidence take time, especially after a serious injury involving surgery. Liverpool will need to ease Isak back carefully to ensure he can make a strong impact during the decisive final stretch of the season.
Giovanni Leoni: ACL Blow Ends Season
Leoni suffered an anterior cruciate ligament tear during his debut against Southampton in the Carabao Cup in September 2025. The injury effectively ruled him out for the entire 2025-26 season. On September 26, Slot said:
“He is not in a good place, of course, because he tore his ACL and it means he will be out for a year. Being so young and coming to a new country and playing so well in your first game… it’s very hard to take the positive side.
“There’s never a positive side – but you always try to look at a positive side and that is that he is still so young, so he has so many years still to go after he recovers from a terrible injury like that.”
ACL injuries are physically and mentally demanding. For a young defender adjusting to a new league and country, it is even tougher. The club’s support system will be crucial in helping him return stronger.
Florian Wirtz: Back Issue Under Control
Florian Wirtz was withdrawn from the starting lineup away at Forest after experiencing back discomfort during the warm-up.
Slot clarified on February 22:
“We don’t think it is very serious, but he felt his back too much during the warm-up to start. “He wasn’t able to be 100 per cent or even close to 100 per cent. I think after being in this league for six, seven or eight months, he now understands no matter how good you are on the ball, you need to be 100 per cent at this level.
“So, we decided not to play him. We hope and expect he will be able to be with us again next week but you never know how things work out.”
The decision to withdraw him was precautionary. In a league as intense as the Premier League, even slight physical discomfort can quickly become a bigger issue. Liverpool are hopeful this will be a short absence.
Suspensions: Clear for Now
There is at least one positive note. No Liverpool player is currently suspended. In a season already affected by injuries, having a fully available squad from a disciplinary perspective provides some stability.
What This Means for Liverpool’s Season
Liverpool’s injury list highlights the physical demands of modern football. Long-term absences for players like Bradley, Endo and Leoni reduce depth, while ongoing recoveries for Bajcetic and Isak require careful management.
The good news is that some issues, including Frimpong and Wirtz, appear to be short-term. With no suspensions and potential returns around the March international break, there is hope that the squad will gradually strengthen.
For now, Liverpool must rely on resilience, smart rotation and careful medical management. If they can navigate this period successfully, the return of key players could provide a timely boost when it matters most.
Liverpool injury updates will continue to shape team selection and tactics in the weeks ahead. Supporters will be watching closely, hoping for positive news from the treatment room as the season moves toward its decisive phase.
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