Concerns are growing at Liverpool over the severity of Hugo Ekitike's suspected Achilles injury, with the French striker potentially facing a recovery period of at least six months. France head coach Didier Deschamps has confirmed that Ekitike will miss the World Cup due to the 'serious' nature of the injury. The player is set to undergo scans to determine the full extent of the damage.
The worst-case scenario could see Ekitike sidelined for up to nine months, dealing a significant blow to both Liverpool and the French national team. Ekitike suffered the injury during the 2-0 loss to Paris Saint-Germain at Anfield, which sealed a 4-0 aggregate quarter-final defeat. Deschamps expressed his support for the young player, stating that Ekitike had integrated well into the national team and that his absence would be deeply felt. The injury is a significant setback for Liverpool, who have already struggled with injuries to key players this season, including Alexander Isak and first-choice keeper Alisson.
With Ekitike's potential long-term absence, Liverpool's attacking options have been further depleted, adding to the challenges faced by the team in the remainder of the season.