Liverpool may face a Champions League match against Bologna without two of their key players, Diogo Jota and Federico Chiesa. A recent training update has provided some clarity on Jota’s condition, though Chiesa’s status remains uncertain. According to Vinny O’Connor from Sky Sports, a scan on Jota’s foot injury came back without any signs of serious damage, but it’s still unclear whether he will be fit enough to play in the upcoming match. His participation remains in doubt, with no confirmation yet from the Liverpool camp.
On a positive note for the Reds, Darwin Nunez has returned to training after being sidelined due to illness and missing the game against Wolverhampton Wanderers. With Nunez back in the squad, there is a possibility he might start in Jota’s place if the latter isn’t ready in time for the match against Bologna.
Vinny O’Connor also mentioned that there is still uncertainty regarding Federico Chiesa’s situation. The forward, who missed the latest training session due to minor concerns, may not be available for the Champions League fixture. However, it is expected that Liverpool manager Arne Slot will provide more definitive information about Chiesa’s injury status during his pre-match press conference. The update from Slot should give a clearer picture of whether Chiesa will be able to feature in future matches.
Jota’s injury scare initially occurred during Liverpool’s 2-1 victory over Wolves when the forward limped off the field, raising concerns about the severity of the issue. However, the scan results offer some reassurance that the injury may not be as serious as initially feared. Despite this, his involvement in the upcoming match remains uncertain, and his recovery will continue to be monitored closely.
The potential absence of both Jota and Chiesa adds to Liverpool’s growing injury list, which already includes Harvey Elliott. Elliott has been out of action since early September after fracturing his foot during an England U21 training session. His recovery is still ongoing, and the club will be hoping to have him back in the squad soon, especially with a busy schedule ahead.
In Chiesa’s case, there is optimism that he could return in time for Liverpool’s league match against Crystal Palace, which will take place before the international break. Slot has expressed hope that Chiesa could feature in that fixture and contribute to giving Mohamed Salah some much-needed rest during Liverpool’s congested fixture list later in October.
With four matches scheduled between October 20 and October 30, Liverpool will need all available players fit, and the potential return of Chiesa will be seen as a significant boost for the team as they navigate a challenging period of the season.
