After a bitter 3–0 home defeat to Crystal Palace that saw Liverpool crash out of the Carabao Cup, Arne Slot had at least one piece of uplifting news for fans.
The Reds, struggling through one of their toughest spells of the season with six defeats in seven games, have been hit hard by injuries — with Alisson Becker, Ryan Gravenberch, Alexander Isak, Jeremie Frimpong, Curtis Jones, and long-term absentee Giovanni Leoni all sidelined.
But there’s finally a glimmer of optimism. Speaking after the loss, Slot confirmed that Ryan Gravenberch could make a return in time for Liverpool’s upcoming Premier League clash against Aston Villa.
> “Ryan has a good chance,” Slot revealed. “For the others, we’ll need to wait and see over the next couple of days. But I think Ryan is the closest to coming back.”
The Dutch midfielder has missed three games since twisting his ankle in the defeat to Manchester United, though early fears of a six-week absence now appear exaggerated. A return within two weeks would be a massive boost for Liverpool’s midfield, especially with Jones still in recovery.
Gravenberch’s comeback couldn’t be more timely. His energy and creativity have been sorely missed, and Slot will be hoping his presence helps to steady the ship before the Reds face Unai Emery’s in-form Aston Villa side this weekend.
Right now, any hint of good news feels like gold dust at Anfield — and Gravenberch’s return might just be the spark Liverpool desperately need. 🔴✨
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