Liverpool’s left-back Andrew Robertson is expected to return to training on Monday, according to manager Arne Slot. Robertson was forced off the pitch in the 89th minute during Liverpool’s 2-1 victory over Wolves on Saturday night following a challenge by Carlos Forbs. Despite the injury scare, Slot reassured fans that the issue is not serious and expects Robertson to be ready for their upcoming Champions League match against Bologna.
Slot commented, “I don’t expect this to be a big problem, although you never know, but I think he just got a knock. End phase of the game, maybe he was a bit tired as well because the guy who came in – Forbs, I knew him, of course, from the Dutch competition – he made it a real fight for him. He got a bit of a knock but I’m expecting him to be in training on Monday again, but let’s wait [and see].”
The win at Molineux propelled Liverpool to the top of the Premier League table, while Wolves continue to struggle with just one point from their first six games. Despite the challenging start to the season, manager Gary O’Neil praised the fans for their continued support even during tough times. O’Neil highlighted the team’s resilience amidst injuries and setbacks, emphasizing the fans’ understanding of the club’s situation.
Reflecting on the match, O’Neil stated, “One point from six, you would expect a boo or cries for the manager to be changed, or some negative reaction from a fanbase. But what you see is them staying behind to clap their team because they see what they give. They show a good understanding of the situation at the football club, we’ve lost two starting centre-backs this week. We’ve rushed another back from a hamstring, and we’ve just gone out and showed everyone what we are, the best we can be, for as much of the game as possible.”
Despite the challenges faced by both teams, Liverpool’s upcoming matches and Wolves’ determination to improve their form will be closely watched by fans and analysts alike. Robertson’s potential return to training will be a positive development for Liverpool as they aim to maintain their strong start to the season.