Liverpool handed major boost as key player returns to training ahead of PSG clash
Liverpool fans received a welcome piece of news this afternoon as the Reds ramp up preparations for their Champions League round-of-16 second leg against Paris Saint-Germain on Tuesday night.
Arne Slot’s side head into the crucial Anfield tie with a narrow 1-0 advantage — an impressive result not only for its hard-fought nature but also because it was secured without one of their most influential players.
Cody Gakpo, who had been sidelined with a recurring ankle injury that also kept him out of Saturday’s win over Southampton, now appears to be in contention to feature against PSG.
Gakpo spotted in full training ahead of PSG decider
Footage from today’s training session at Kirkby, shared live on Liverpool’s official YouTube channel, showed the Dutch forward fully involved with the first team and taking part in drills — a promising sign for his potential availability.
Slot is expected to provide a formal update on Gakpo’s fitness during his pre-match press conference this evening. Still, seeing Liverpool’s number 18 back with the group strongly hints at his readiness to contribute in tomorrow’s high-stakes encounter.
Ahead of the Southampton match, Slot admitted it would be a “close call” whether Gakpo could feature, but while that game came too soon, it looks increasingly likely that the £35.4 million signing could play some part against PSG.
Gakpo’s return could be pivotal for Liverpool
The former PSV star has been crucial for Liverpool this season, sitting as the club’s second-highest scorer with 16 goals, including three in the Champions League. His return would be a massive boost, offering attacking depth and possibly giving Luis Diaz a much-needed rest after the Colombian’s heavy workload in recent fixtures.
Liverpool fans will hope to see Gakpo back in action not only for the PSG showdown but also looking ahead to the Carabao Cup final next weekend — especially after his memorable role in last year’s victory over Chelsea at Wembley.
All eyes will now be on Slot’s update later today, but the signs are certainly encouraging for Gakpo’s involvement in one of Liverpool’s biggest games of the season.
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