Major Ekitike blow as report hints at longer-than-expected Liverpool absence
Liverpool’s injury concerns have taken another worrying turn, with fresh reports suggesting Hugo Ekitike could be sidelined even longer than initially feared.
The French striker had already been expected to miss around nine months after rupturing his Achilles, but new information now points towards a potentially extended recovery timeline.
New report reveals extended Ekitike recovery timeline
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According to L’Équipe, the situation could be more serious than first anticipated following the injury suffered against Paris Saint-Germain.
The report states: “Having suffered a rupture of his right Achilles tendon against PSG in the Champions League on April 14, Liverpool striker Hugo Ekitike underwent surgery in London five days ago.
“Hugo Ekitike’s tears on the Anfield pitch will remain one of the images of this spring of 2026.”
The update also confirms that the 23-year-old has already undergone surgery and begun his rehabilitation process under a special
ist medical team.
