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Liverpool faces injury concerns ahead of Manchester City clash

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 6, 2026, 6:40 PM

Last updated Oct 6, 2026

Liverpool faces injury concerns ahead of Manchester City clash

Summary

Liverpool is dealing with significant injury issues ahead of their upcoming match against Manchester City, scheduled for this weekend. Both Alexander Isak and Cody Gakpo have returned from international duty early due to injuries. Additionally, defender Jeremy Jacquet is sidelined with a hamstring strain and was left out of France’s squad for their match against Belgium. Liverpool's manager Andoni Iraola may have to make difficult decisions regarding player participation, especially with City approaching. The situation is critical as the squad is already thin, with other players like Joe Gomez recovering and Ronald Araujo needing a role.

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•Liverpool has suffered multiple injuries during the international break.
•Alexander Isak and Cody Gakpo have returned early due to injuries.
•Jeremy Jacquet is out with a left hamstring strain.
•Manager Andoni Iraola faces tough choices for the upcoming match.
•Joe Gomez and Ronald Araujo are also among sidelined players.

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6:40 PMYahoo Sports — Awful news, Liverpool suffer third major injury

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Liverpool have suffered another major injury in the international break. Things haven't been going well for the Reds.Liverpool were hoping to return from the extended international break quite refresh...
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