Liverpool supporters have finally received some encouraging news on the injury front, as Andy Robertson has returned to training with Scotland just days after limping off in the defeat to Chelsea. The 31-year-old, who replaced Milos Kerkez in the second half at Stamford Bridge, looked to be in pain when he left the pitch following the late 95th-minute loss.
Journalist Lewis Steele had noted that Robertson appeared “in a lot of pain,” which added to Arne Slot’s concerns after a difficult week for the Reds.
Thankfully, new photos released by the Scotland national team on X show the defender back on the pitch and fully participating in training. This update will ease worries of a more serious issue and comes as a welcome boost ahead of Liverpool’s crucial clash with Manchester United after the international break.
The sight of Robertson training again is timely, given the club’s mounting injury list. Giovanni Leoni is sidelined for the rest of the season, Alisson Becker is still a week or two away from returning, and Wataru Endo has withdrawn from Japan duty. Ibou Konate, who was also forced off against Chelsea, now appears to be fine and is training with France.
Robertson’s recovery presents Slot with a selection choice — whether to bring him straight back or continue with Kerkez, whose performances have faced recent criticism from pundits such as Gary Neville. Meanwhile, Ben Foster has suggested Robertson himself has been off form, saying he’s been “all over the shop,” but believes the right direction from Slot could help him get back to his best.
Overall, seeing Robertson back in full training is a much-needed lift for Liverpool and should ease nerves at Kirkby as the Premier League action resumes.
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