Liverpool manager Arne Slot expressed concern over Hugo Ekitike's injury, describing it as 'really bad' after the player was stretchered off during the Champions League defeat to Paris Saint-Germain. Ekitike suffered an apparent lower leg injury and was replaced by Mohamed Salah. Speaking to the media, Slot said the injury 'didn't look good' and the team would investigate further.
The French forward has scored 19 goals for Liverpool and France this season and was likely to feature in the World Cup if fit. Despite the injury and Champions League exit, Slot found positives in Liverpool's improved performance, saying the team showed they can compete with European champions.
The Reds will now focus on ensuring they qualify for next season's Champions League, starting with Sunday's derby against Everton.