Liverpool's Harvey Elliott gets sidelined with foot fracture: Details
Liverpool's Harvey Elliott is set to be sidelined until late October with a fractured foot to add to his frustrating start to the season. The 21-year-old player was forced to pull out of the England Under-21 squad last week after experiencing discomfort during training and the full extent of the setback has now become clear. This setback comes after a tough start for Elliott, who, despite impressive pre-season performances, did not start any of Liverpool's first three Premier League matches.
Elliott's limited playtime and withdrawal from international duty
Elliott's playtime this season has been limited to a mere seven minutes when he replaced Mohamed Salah in a 2-0 victory over Brentford. He had hoped to gain more experience with the Young Lions team during the international break. However, his foot injury led to an immediate withdrawal from these duties. This development is a significant blow for both Elliott and Liverpool FC as they navigate through their match schedule.
Elliott's injury poses challenges for Liverpool's upcoming matches
Elliott's injury has hit Liverpool hard. He could miss seven matches before the next international break and possibly more. The Reds will face Nottingham Forest at Anfield in the Premier League on Saturday, then start their UEFA Champions League campaign against AC Milan on Wednesday. This unfortunate incident adds to the challenges faced by new Reds boss Arne Slot in strategizing for these important games without Elliott.
Liverpool own a 100% win record this season
The Reds are currently placed second in the Premier League 2024-25 season. Slot's men have collected three wins from their three matches, netting seven goals. They are yet to concede. Salah is the top-scorer for Liverpool this season with three goals from three appearances.
