Liverpool’s Injury Woes: Chiesa and Jota Out Until After International Break, Confirms Slot

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has announced that Federico Chiesa and Diogo Jota will not be available until after the upcoming international break.

Federico Chiesa has been facing fitness challenges since joining Liverpool. The Italian winger has been out of action for over a month, missing several matches due to a combination of injuries and insufficient pre-season preparation. Slot has stressed the importance of managing Chiesa's recovery carefully to prevent further issues.

Diogo Jota, meanwhile, sustained a rib injury during a match against Chelsea. This injury has kept him out of the squad for the past few weeks. Slot confirmed that Jota will also remain sidelined until after the international break, leaving a gap in Liverpool's attacking lineup.

Addressing the media, Slot said, "I think I said it already a few times that it is always difficult to tell you exactly when they are ready because especially the last phase of the recovery can always be a few days extra or less. The fact is that they are not there before the international break and let’s see if they can join us after." He added, "Chiesa is not back before the international break, but there is only a week to go. We are hoping he can do things again during the international break and that he can join us afterwards."

Liverpool is set to face Brighton & Hove Albion this weekend in a crucial Premier League match at Anfield. The game, scheduled for Saturday, November 2, 2024, will be a test for the Reds as they aim to maintain their position in the league standings. Despite the injury challenges, Slot remains optimistic about the team's prospects and hopes the international break will allow key players to recover.

The absence of Chiesa and Jota will be a significant challenge for Liverpool, but the team must make the most of their available resources to secure a positive result against Brighton. The international break will be a critical period for the recovery of injured players, and Liverpool fans will be eagerly awaiting their return to full fitness.