Alexis Mac Allister’s involvement in Liverpool’s upcoming fixtures against Union SG and Manchester United faced uncertainty following a knee injury in their recent 2-0 triumph over Sheffield United. Despite persisting on the field for nearly an hour after treatment, initial optimism from Jurgen Klopp gave way to a more pessimistic outlook, suggesting the midfielder might be sidelined for the next three matches.
Recent reports from Argentina, as per TyC Sports, reveal that thorough examinations ruled out ligament damage but unveiled a significant impact, necessitating approximately 15 days of recovery. While externally the 24-year-old’s two-stitch deep cut might appear minor, it presents a challenging obstacle to overcome.
If the projected recovery timeline holds, Mac Allister is anticipated to miss fixtures against Union SG (Dec 14), Manchester United (Dec 17), and the Carabao Cup clash with West Ham (Dec 20). Questions linger regarding his availability for matches against Arsenal (Dec 23) and Burnley (Dec 26).
Despite ongoing discussions about his role, Mac Allister has played a pivotal part for Liverpool this season. Managing his absence will demand careful consideration of alternative options such as Wataru Endo, Curtis Jones, Dominik Szoboszlai, and Ryan Gravenberch.
In addressing squad depth, 19-year-old academy midfielder James McConnell could potentially make his full debut against Union SG on Thursday. This move underscores Liverpool’s commitment to nurturing young talents, especially during challenging periods.
