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Arne Slot confronts a potential eight-player injury list ahead of Saturday’s FA Cup quarter-final against Manchester City.
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Liverpool aims for cup success to alleviate their struggles in Premier League title defense while pursuing Champions League qualification.
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Manchester City could secure an FA Cup semi-final spot at Wembley following their recent Carabao Cup victory.
Jeremie Frimpong of Liverpool was substituted during the Netherlands’ 1-1 friendly draw against Ecuador on Tuesday night.
The Reds are preparing to face Manchester City in the FA Cup quarter-final this Saturday, resuming club action after the international break.
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City recently captured their first trophy in two seasons, defeating Arsenal in the Carabao Cup final at Wembley, with Nico O’Reilly scoring twice in a 2-0 victory.
Pep Guardiola’s team continues to pursue Arsenal in the Premier League title race, hoping to enhance their recent Wembley success by clinching another trip to the capital by overcoming Liverpool this weekend.
Gallery: Celebrations of Manchester City’s Carabao Cup win and behind-the-scenes moments at Wembley
Man City vs Liverpool: Injury Updates
Manchester City welcomed back John Stones after he suffered a calf injury while playing for England last week.
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Mateo Kovacic is close to returning, while Josko Gvardiol remains sidelined due to a right leg tibial fracture he suffered in January. The rest of the squad is fully fit.
Liverpool is hopeful that Mohamed Salah will be available for the match at the Etihad Stadium. Alisson Becker missed the recent Premier League loss to Brighton and Hove Albion, and Hugo Ekitike had to be substituted after just nine minutes during the same match. Federico Chiesa also returned home early from international duties with Italy.
Liverpool provides injury update on Mo Salah ahead of the Manchester City clash
Conor Bradley will miss the remainder of the season; Wataru Endo is facing an extended recovery after an injury in mid-February; Giovanni Leoni is unlikely to return this season due to an ACL tear; and Stefan Bajcetic is on the mend from a long-term injury.
Frimpong’s Injury Complicates Slot’s Selection
Liverpool manager Arne Slot faces yet another selection dilemma as full-back Jeremie Frimpong was substituted after 60 minutes during the Netherlands’ 1-1 friendly draw with Ecuador.
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Netherlands manager Ronald Koeman commented on the change, stating, “That was a real setback – we had to take him off.” The specific nature and extent of Frimpong’s injury are still unclear, but more information is expected when Slot addresses the media on Friday ahead of the FA Cup quarter-final.
The Premier League champions are aiming for a top-five finish this season to secure UEFA Champions League qualification, currently positioned fifth in the table, just one point ahead of European rivals Chelsea.
Guardiola will also hold a press conference on Friday, providing a detailed fitness update on his squad as they prepare for a demanding schedule featuring matches against Liverpool (FA Cup), Chelsea (Premier League), and Arsenal (Premier League) in the coming weeks.