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Liverpool have received a major boost ahead of their upcoming match against Wolves on Saturday, as Alisson Becker is set to return from his brief injury absence and resume his spot as the Reds’ starting goalkeeper.
The Brazilian shot-stopper had missed Liverpool’s last two matches after picking up a minor hamstring injury during the team’s Champions League opener against AC Milan. However, the 31-year-old is back in full training and completed a full session with the rest of the squad on Friday, signaling his readiness for the Wolves clash.
In his pre-match press conference, Liverpool manager Arne Slot confirmed that Alisson is fit to play and emphasized how crucial his return is for the team. Slot, who has seen the former Roma goalkeeper become a key player in recent years, expressed his relief at having Alisson back between the posts.
“We believe he’s ready to play,” Slot told reporters, as quoted by The Athletic. “He trained with the group yesterday and we expect him to finish today’s session as well. So, we’re confident that he’s available for the game.”
Despite Alisson’s return, Slot took a moment to acknowledge the excellent performances of backup goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher, who stepped in during Alisson’s absence. Slot praised the Irish international’s displays in the last two games, showing that Liverpool has considerable depth in goalkeeping talent.
However, with Alisson re-establishing himself as the first-choice keeper, questions about Kelleher’s future at Anfield may intensify. At 25 years old, Kelleher has proven himself to be a reliable option, but with limited chances behind one of the world’s best keepers, he may need to look elsewhere for regular playing time.
There is also the added factor of Giorgi Mamardashvili, the highly-rated Georgian goalkeeper, who is expected to join Liverpool next summer. With Mamardashvili’s arrival on the horizon, it is increasingly likely that this could be Kelleher’s last season at Anfield. The Irishman may decide that the time has come to seek a move where he can secure a starting role and take his career to the next level.
While Liverpool fans will undoubtedly be thrilled to have Alisson back in goal for the Wolves game, the situation also highlights the challenges for talented backup players like Kelleher, who are eager for more minutes but find themselves blocked by established stars.
