Liverpool Dealt Devastating Blow as Hugo Ekitike Faces Possible 2027 Return
Liverpoolโs injury nightmare has reached new depths after Hugo Ekitike was diagnosed with a catastrophic hamstring injury that could keep him sidelined until 2027.
The 21-year-old striker, who joined Anfield with huge expectations, was tipped to play a key role in Arne Slotโs attacking rebuild. But just as he looked ready to cement his place in the squad, disaster struck. Initial scans suggested a serious problem โ fresh reports now confirm the injury is โfar worse than feared,โ potentially ruling him out for two full seasons.
Experts: โOne of the Worst in Yearsโ
Medical specialists described the injury as one of the most severe hamstring tears seen in recent football memory.
โThis type of hamstring tear is career-threatening if not managed perfectly. The suggested recovery timeline is extremely rare โ Liverpool must prepare for the worst,โ one injury analyst warned.
The news has stunned fans and left Liverpool reeling, with Ekitikeโs versatility seen as crucial for both domestic and European campaigns.
A Ray of Hope with Alisson
It isnโt all despair at Anfield. Updates on Alisson Becker provided a glimmer of optimism: the Brazilian goalkeeper is expected to return from his muscular issue within weeks. His comeback could not come at a better time, with Liverpoolโs backline already under strain.
A Season on the Brink
In just days, Liverpool have gone from Champions League momentum to an injury crisis threatening to derail their season. With Ekitike out for the foreseeable future, and other key names still recovering, Arne Slot faces his toughest test since taking charge.
Supporters have voiced their despair on social media:
- โOur injury luck is cursed โ every year itโs the same.โ
- โTwo years without Ekitike? Thatโs catastrophic for the rebuild.โ
What Next for Liverpool?
Ekitikeโs absence until 2027 would not only dent Liverpoolโs title hopes but may also force INEOS to rethink their January strategy. Reinforcements now look essential if Slot is to keep Liverpool competitive on all fronts.
For now, the Reds cling to the hope of Alissonโs return โ but Ekitikeโs prognosis has turned optimism into a fresh wave of anxiety at Anfield.
