Liverpool’s preparations for the 2025/26 season have hit an early bump, with Arne Slot already dealing with his first injury headache of the summer.
As the Reds continue their pre-season tour across Asia — with upcoming clashes against AC Milan, Yokohama F. Marinos, and Athletic Club — one key squad member has already returned to Merseyside for treatment. 🛫
According to a report by The Athletic’s James Pearce, defender Joe Gomez has been forced to withdraw from the tour due to a minor Achilles injury. Though the issue isn’t considered serious, the decision was made to send him home rather than risk aggravation ahead of the new campaign.
🔴 This leaves Liverpool a man short as they fine-tune their squad before facing Crystal Palace in the Community Shield at Wembley.
Meanwhile, excitement remains high among the fanbase following the arrivals of Hugo Ekitike, Jeremie Frimpong, and Florian Wirtz, alongside energetic full-back Milos Kerkez. But Gomez’s absence highlights the thin margin for error in the squad — particularly in defence.
As Alexander Isak continues to be linked with a high-profile switch from Newcastle, the latest injury news could shift Liverpool’s focus back toward reinforcing their backline. With fixtures piling up soon, the Reds can’t afford any further defensive setbacks. 😬
Stay tuned — this pre-season might bring more twists than expected. 📉📈
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