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Hugo Ekitike plans Boxing Day comeback with Liverpool after injury

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 8:10 AM

Last updated Jun 16, 2026

Hugo Ekitike plans Boxing Day comeback with Liverpool after injury

Summary

Hugo Ekitike aims to return to competitive play with Liverpool on December 26, 2026, following a ruptured right Achilles two months ago. After undergoing surgery in London, Ekitike has been rehabilitating and managing significant pain. Positive reports from Liverpool's medical team indicate progress, with Ekitike working on upper-body strength during his recovery. He intends to resume training in the autumn ahead of the Boxing Day fixtures. Additionally, Ekitike may join France's national team in the coming weeks as they prepare for group stage matches.

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Status Watch

•Ekitike suffered an Achilles injury two months ago.
•He underwent surgery after consulting American specialists.
•Liverpool medical team reports positive progress in his rehabilitation.
•Ekitike plans to resume training in the autumn.
•He could meet with France's national team before the World Cup.

Latest Updates

3:00 PMYahoo Sports — Hugo Ekitike Targeting Boxing Day Return to Action
8:10 AMYahoo Sports — Hugo Ekitike targets Boxing Day return with Liverpool

What they're saying

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Hugo Ekitike (23), who ruptured his right Achilles two months ago, is targeting a competitive return with Liverpool in late December 2026, for the Premier League’s Boxing Day fixtures. L’Equipe ha...
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