Liverpool handed double injury boost ahead of Chelsea clash

FootballSports
8 May 2026 • 10:26 PM MYT
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Liverpool handed double injury boost ahead of Chelsea clash

  • Liverpool could welcome back Alexander Isak and Giorgi Mamardashvili for their upcoming match against Chelsea, easing some of Arne Slot's injury concerns.
  • Isak has returned to training, with manager Arne Slot set to assess his availability and potential playing time for the fixture.
  • Mamardashvili, who suffered a deep cut to his knee, is also expected to train with the squad for the first time since his injury.
  • First-choice goalkeeper Alisson and star forward Mohamed Salah remain sidelined but are reported to be “very, very, very close” to rejoining training.
  • Other players, including Hugo Ekitike, Conor Bradley, Giovanni Leoni, and Wataru Endo, are still unavailable due to ongoing injuries.

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