Liverpool Forward Set for Surgery After Major Injury Blow on International Duty
Liverpool’s injury problems continue to mount, with another forward now preparing for surgery following a significant setback.
It has already been a testing few weeks for the Reds both on and off the pitch, and the latest update only adds to their growing list of concerns.
During last season’s title-winning campaign, Liverpool were widely praised for maintaining an impressive injury record, partly credited to the arrival of Ruben Peeters in the backroom staff.
However, fortunes have changed this season. Both right-backs, Conor Bradley and Jeremie Frimpong, have been sidelined with muscle issues. Midfielder Alexis Mac Allister has been struggling with fitness since March, while goalkeeper Alisson Becker picked up a hamstring injury in the defeat to Galatasaray and is not expected to return until after the November international break.
Adding to the list, young defender Giovanni Leoni suffered a devastating ACL injury during his debut in the Carabao Cup win over Southampton.
Now, Liverpool face yet another blow — this time to forward Jayden Danns, who is reportedly preparing to undergo surgery after sustaining a serious injury.
The last 18 months have been especially challenging for the 19-year-old striker, whose development has been repeatedly disrupted by fitness problems. His loan spell at Sunderland last season ended without a single appearance due to a back issue.
Danns recently made a brief return, coming off the bench in Liverpool’s 2-1 win over Southampton, but he has now suffered another major setback.
Speaking on Anfield Index’s The Academy podcast, journalist Lewis Bower shared updates on the situation:
“I’ve heard from someone close to the club that it’s quite a serious injury. The hamstring has detached from the bone.
It apparently happened while he was taking a free-kick. He’s expected to be out for a lengthy spell and will require surgery.”
It’s a cruel twist of fate for the young forward, whose determination and resilience have often been praised. Unfortunately, this latest injury is expected to sideline him for at least four months, with a return likely around pre-season next summer.
A potential January loan move had been under consideration, but that plan is now off the table.
Liverpool’s Under-21 manager recently described Danns as a potential “future England number nine,” a statement that reflects his undeniable talent. Yet, with injuries continuing to interrupt his progress, the focus will now be on recovery and returning stronger.
At just 19 years old, time remains on Danns’ side — but Liverpool will be hoping his injury struggles soon come to an end.
