Liverpool have plenty to play for in their final five fixtures this season.
The Reds have underwhelmed throughout the 2022-23 campaign and have performed well below expectations. But as the season heads towards culmination, Jurgen Klopp and his troops have ensured it won’t peter out.
A thrilling 4-3 victory over Tottenham Hotspur kept Liverpool with an outside chance of still finishing in the Premier League top four. Granted, the fifth-placed Reds need Manchester United to drop plenty of points in the remaining games - but there is still a glimmer of hope.
Even if Klopp’s men can’t qualify for the Champions League, there’s still a battle to finish in the Europa League spots.
Liverpool face Fulham at Anfield this evening at Anfield and here is the latest on the injury front.
1. Diogo Jota -back
The striker proved Liverpool’s hero in the exhilarating victory against Spurs. However, Jota has been nursing a back issue and is doubtful the clash against Fulham. Potential return game: Fulham (H), Wednesday 3 May.
2. Roberto Firmino - muscle
The Brazil international has missed the past three matches. He’s back in training but not with the rest of the team. Potential return: Brentford (H), Saturday 6 May or Leicester (A), Monday 15 May.
3. Naby Keita - muscle
The Guinea midfielder has not featured for Liverpool since returning from the international break at the end of March. He’s still not in team training. Potential return game: unknown
4. Thiago Alcantara - hip
The midfielder is forced to undergo surgery for an ongoing issue. He’ll not play again this season. Potential return game: N/A