Hugo Ekitike continues recovery from Achilles injury at LA physio clinic
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 7:05 AM
Last updated Jul 5, 2026
Hugo Ekitike is seen advancing his recovery from a long-term Achilles injury while visiting a physiotherapist in California. The Liverpool striker, who suffered the injury approximately three months ago during a Champions League match against Paris Saint-Germain, was initially projected to be sidelined for nine months. Recent reports suggest he hopes to return by Christmas. Footage shows Ekitike engaging in various exercises aimed at strengthening his Achilles. He is expected to resume sessions with Liverpool's medical team later this month as the squad prepares for pre-season training at the AXA Training Centre.
- •Ekitike sustained the injury during a Champions League match in April.
- •Video shows Ekitike performing rehabilitation exercises in Los Angeles.
- •He aims to return to action by Christmas.
- •Ekitike will report to Liverpool's medical team later this month.
- •Alexander Isak may need to fill the attacking void during Ekitike's recovery.
- 7:05 AMYahoo Sports — (Video) Hugo Ekitike grinds through his injury recovery with visit to California-based physio
"Hugo Ekitike has been seen stepping up his recovery from a long-term Achilles injury with a visit to a California-based physiotherapist.Just under three months ago, the Liverpool striker had a terrifi...
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