Liverpool's Alisson Eyes Comeback: Latest Recovery Updates and Target Return Date Revealed

Liverpool's frustrating Champions League evening was made worse when keeper Alisson suffered an injury that forced his withdrawal during the second half.

The Brazilian shot-stopper, who has experienced various fitness issues since arriving on Merseyside, has consistently been considered one of the premier goalkeepers globally, contributing significantly to the club's success during Jürgen Klopp's tenure.

He remained the primary goalkeeper throughout most of Liverpool's second Premier League triumph in Arne Slot's inaugural campaign. Nevertheless, with the Reds planning ahead by acquiring Valencia's promising Giorgi Mamardashvili, there has been mild conjecture about a possible summer exit, as Alisson approaches his contract's final year.

Liverpool have generally managed his absences effectively, with Caoimhín Kelleher performing excellently as backup in recent seasons, and now Mamardashvili will have his opportunity following Alisson's recent injury.

When Will Alisson Return From Injury?

The specific nature of Alisson's injury following his forced substitution in Istanbul remains unclear.

The Brazilian was replaced after executing an excellent low save against Victor Osimhen, though Arne Slot indicated post-game that the injury didn't occur during this particular save.

"During his sprint back, he experienced something. I can't specify exactly since I'm not a physiotherapist, but typically when a player sprints back, feels something, collapses and can't return to the field [it's concerning].

"When my player is down, I expect the worst nine times out of ten—and by worst I mean he can't continue. That's what occurred with Alisson," he explained (via Liverpool's official website).

Slot has confirmed his goalkeeper will miss Saturday's Premier League match against Chelsea, though the duration of the Brazilian's absence remains uncertain. He was unavailable for over 40 matches due to three distinct hamstring problems across the past two seasons, and Slot's indication that the injury happened while running suggests another potential hamstring concern.

He's expected to miss Brazil's October international fixtures, and his historical injuries have typically kept him out for at least one month. This puts him at risk of missing Liverpool's challenging fixture list between the upcoming international breaks, including matches against Manchester United, Eintracht Frankfurt, Real Madrid and Manchester City.