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Liverpool forward Alexander Isak is set to rejoin team training this week, with reports indicating he could even be available for Saturday's FA Cup quarterfinal clash against Manchester City.
Isak has been sidelined since sustaining a fractured fibula in a match against Tottenham Hotspur back in December. While there were early fears he might miss the rest of the season entirely, Liverpool have consistently expressed confidence in his ability to return before the campaign concludes.
Head coach Arne Slot confirmed ahead of the international break that Isak should be available for the away leg against Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League quarterfinals on Wednesday, but The Guardian reports suggest his comeback could arrive even earlier than anticipated.
As Isak nears his return to training, indications are that he may be ready to feature against City this weekend, though his involvement would likely be heavily restricted.
While a return against PSG remains the primary target, it appears Isak has encountered no late complications in his recovery, potentially allowing him to make his comeback slightly ahead of the original schedule.
Isak Boost Comes With Fresh Alisson Disappointment
Liverpool are gearing up to welcome several key players back into the fold. Mohamed Salah is reportedly recovered from a muscular complaint and could line up alongside Isak against City in what would be his first appearance since confirming his exit at the end of the season.
However, not everything is positive for Liverpool, as goalkeeper Alisson continues to deal with his own muscular concern.
Slot had initially characterized Alisson's problem as "minor," but the shot-stopper took to social media just before the international break to hint at a setback, acknowledging he would be out for "a while."
Alisson will miss the FA Cup quarterfinal, with Giorgi Mamardashvili set to continue between the sticks, and his availability for the trip to Paris remains seriously in doubt. No official timeline has been provided since his vague social media update.
Supporters are also waiting for news on Federico Chiesa following the winger's withdrawal from the Italy squad, while center back Joe Gomez is expected to be fit for some minutes after coming close to a return prior to the international break.
Liverpool enter their next two fixtures as the underdogs, with Slot under increasing pressure to turn results around following two losses and a draw in their last four outings.