Positive Injury News for Liverpool Despite Minor Setback for Ben Doak
Liverpool have received encouraging updates on the injury front, with reports confirming that Trent Alexander-Arnold’s thigh issue is not serious.
The vice-captain is expected to need only a few days of treatment, meaning he will likely miss the Carabao Cup semi-final second leg against Tottenham but should avoid a prolonged spell on the sidelines. Fortunately, Conor Bradley is set to step in, ensuring Liverpool remain strong for the crucial match.
Meanwhile, young winger Ben Doak has experienced a minor setback in training with Middlesbrough, briefly pausing his impressive Championship season. The Scottish talent has been in excellent form, contributing 10 goal involvements (three goals, seven assists) in 24 league games. He is set to return to Liverpool this summer and is reportedly under consideration for Arne Slot’s first-team plans next season.
Doak’s Injury Not a Major Concern
Middlesbrough manager Michael Carrick provided an update on Doak’s condition ahead of their match against Sheffield United. While the 19-year-old is expected to be out for a few weeks rather than days, Carrick reassured fans that it is not a long-term issue.
“He felt his thigh in training, and we’ll have to see. It’s probably a number of weeks, if anything, not days, but I don’t think it’ll be too long,” Carrick told BBC Radio Tees.
With 16 games left in the Championship season, Middlesbrough sit just outside the playoff spots, trailing West Brom in sixth place on goal difference.
Liverpool’s Squad in Strong Shape
With Alexander-Arnold’s injury not being a significant concern and the squad largely fit, Liverpool remain well-prepared for the challenges ahead. While the club will take a cautious approach with their vice-captain’s recovery, they are in a strong position to compete across multiple competitions.
