Liverpool striker Hugo Ekitike is set to miss the remainder of the season and the World Cup after sustaining a severe Achilles injury. The 23-year-old French forward picked up the injury during the Champions League defeat to Paris Saint-Germain at Anfield and scans have confirmed a rupture of the Achilles tendon. As a result, Ekitike will be sidelined for at least six months, with the possibility of an extended absence of up to nine months.
The news is a significant blow to both Liverpool and the French national team, with Ekitike having scored 19 goals this season. His injury comes at a critical time for Liverpool, who are pushing to secure a Champions League spot. The club's manager expressed his support for Ekitike, stating that he will regain his top form. Ekitike's absence is the latest in a series of injuries that have plagued Liverpool this season, including those to Alexander Isak, Florian Wirtz, and Alisson.
The team's upcoming fixtures include matches against Everton, Crystal Palace, and Manchester United.