Trent Alexander-Arnold has revealed he expects to be again in “a few weeks,” having been sidelined with a severe knee harm since February 10.
For the primary time in six seasons, Alexander-Arnold won’t break the 40-game mark with regards to appearances for Liverpool this time period.
The suitable-back has been out for the reason that 3-1 victory over Burnley in February, lacking the final 10 video games to date after aggravating an present knee harm.
With Liverpool now within the run-in as they aim silverware within the Premier League and Europa League, there are hopes that Alexander-Arnold can be again quickly to play a key function.
And talking to Sky Sports activities earlier than the 2-1 win at dwelling to Brighton on Sunday, the vice-captain revealed the timeline for his return.
“It’s going nicely now, [I am] lastly within the remaining levels and simply excited to get again on the market,” he defined.
“It’s laborious watching and never being part of it. It’s one of many longest [injuries] of my profession to date, it offers you that starvation to get again on the market and carry out.
“I feel a few weeks [and I’ll be back], if every part retains going nicely and there’s no setbacks.”
Two weeks would rule Alexander-Arnold out for no less than three extra video games – and certain 4, with the go to of Crystal Palace touchdown on April 14 – however he may nonetheless play an important function earlier than the marketing campaign concludes.
Whereas Alexander-Arnold’s harm was a bitter blow to Liverpool on the time, nevertheless, in his absence Conor Bradley has confirmed himself a worthy starter.
There may now lastly be real competitors for a beginning spot at right-back – with Joe Gomez additionally in supreme kind this season – with the No. 66 beneath no illusions.
“[I’ve] bought to maintain working laborious, I’m not going to get again into the staff [on reputation],” he admitted.
“It’s not what I’m anticipating. But it surely’s thrilling. I wish to get on the market, assist the lads and be in a title race.”
