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Hugo Ekitike aiming for return to training by autumn after injury

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 9:35 AM

Last updated Jun 16, 2026

Hugo Ekitike aiming for return to training by autumn after injury
Summary

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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  • •Ekitike ruptured his Achilles tendon in April against Paris Saint-Germain.
  • •He aims to resume training by autumn and target returning by Christmas.
  • •Current recovery involves working on upper body strength.
  • •Experts indicate uncertain timeline for returning to previous performance levels.
  • •Increased reliance on Alexander Isak noted during Ekitike's absence.
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  • 9:35 AMYahoo Sports — New Hugo Ekitike injury timeline revealed as Liverpool striker works through ‘immense pain’
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Reports from France have given an indication as to when Hugo Ekitike hopes to be back playing for Liverpool.The striker ruptured his Achilles tendon in the defeat to Paris Saint-Germain at Anfield in ...

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