Hugo Ekitike aiming for return to training by autumn after injury

Hugo Ekitike's recovery timeline following a ruptured Achilles tendon continues as he seeks to return to training in autumn. Ekitike suffered the injury during a match against Paris Saint-Germain at Anfield in April, which ruled him out of the World Cup this summer. Medical updates indicate positive progress, with Ekitike focused on building upper body strength while in a protective boot. His target for competitive play is set around Christmas. Experts suggest that regaining peak performance levels could be uncertain due to the severity of the injury.

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