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Liverpool journalist indicates how close Bradley and Ekitike are to long-awaited comebacks

Lewis Steele has indicated how close Conor Bradley and Hugo Ekitike are to making their long-awaited comebacks from their respective injuries. The Northern

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Hugo Ekitike return date emerges as Liverpool striker makes major injury breakthrough

Liverpool striker Hugo Ekitike is targeting a return to competitive action in December as he continues his recovery from a ruptured Achilles tendon. According to L’Équipe, the French international has made encouraging progress six months after suffering the serious injury and has now reached another important stage of his rehabilitation.

Liverpool FC News / Rush The Kop / September 30

Hugo Ekitike will play for Liverpool again as return date emerges with two matches targeted

When Hugo Ekitike dropped to the turf clutching his right leg against Paris Saint-Germain in the UEFA Champions League on April 14, the collective intake of breath inside Anfield was immediate.

Liverpool FC News / Rush The Kop / September 29

'Is this a joke?!' Liverpool squad left stunned as official EA FC 27 ratings discovered

It was a time of year so fondly associated with Diogo Jota, seeing the Portuguese forward passing the new installment of the game to his teammates and their reactions to their stats always put a smile on the face.

Nottingham Forest News / Goal.com / September 10

Two No.9s? £125m Alexander Isak too good to be ‘sitting on your bench’ as ex-Liverpool star explains what will happen when Hugo Ekitike returns from injury

A lavish spending spree during the summer of 2025 saw Liverpool freshen up a squad that was still basking in the glow of Premier League title glory. Florian Wirtz was snapped up for £116m ($157m), Ekitike for £69m ($94m) and Isak became the most expensive player in British football when swapping St James’ Park for Anfield.

Soccer News / Goal.com / September 3

'He was waiting for me!' – Why Bradley Barcola must wait until 2027 to form French partnership with Hugo Ekitike

Bradley Barcola has officially completed his transfer to Liverpool from Paris Saint-Germain, taking up the number 29 shirt at Anfield. The France international arrives on Merseyside to bolster the Reds' attacking unit and reunite with familiar faces from both club and international football.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / July 21

Hoffenheim star who plays a bit like Hugo Ekitike identified by Tottenham as Eli Junior Kroupi alternative

Tottenham Hotspur have already strengthened their defensive and midfield units this summer. The six signings underline the club’s commitment to back boss Roberto De Zerbi and give him a side with greater depth and quality in the squad, as Spurs prepare for the challenges of the new campaign.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / July 12

Medical expert advises Liverpool fans to be patient with Ekitike return as next steps outlined

An experienced foot and ankle surgeon has called for patience regarding a return to action for Hugo Ekitike, three months on from the Liverpool striker rupturing his Achilles tendon.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / July 5

Watch: Hugo Ekitike grinds through his injury recovery with visit to California-based physio

Hugo Ekitike has been seen stepping up his recovery from a long-term Achilles injury with a visit to a California-based physiotherapist. Just under three

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / June 25

Liverpool could be without 11 first-team players for Andoni Iraola’s first game as head coach

Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola could be shorn of an entire starting line-up’s worth of players for the beginning of their pre-season and their late July tour to the United States.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / June 16

New Hugo Ekitike injury timeline revealed as Liverpool striker works through ‘immense pain’

Reports from France have given an indication as to when Hugo Ekitike hopes to be back playing for Liverpool. The striker ruptured his Achilles tendon in

Soccer News / Paris Saint-Germain News / May 18

Liverpool fast-track transfer plans to secure €95m Ligue 1 forward from PSG

PSG forward Bradley Barcola show definite interest in a potential move to Liverpool this summer. According to a report by Le10Sport (via TEAMtalk), the former Lyon winger is ‘hotly tempted’ by a possible move to Anfield this summer as Liverpool gear up to send an initial offer.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / May 15

Liverpool forward handed recovery boost after AXA training centre visit

Alexander Isak is one of the Liverpool forwards that will be asked to shoulder more responsibility in Hugo Ekitike’s absence, but the latest update around the Frenchman is at least encouraging.

Soccer News / Paris Saint-Germain News / May 14

PSG loanee Randal Kolo Muani faces France exile after Spurs struggle

PSG loanee at Tottenham Hotspur Randal Kolo Muani is set to be excluded by Didier Deschamps from his World Cup squad. According to a report by Fabrice Hawkins of RMC Sport, Kolo Muani is expected to face the axe from Deschamps’ squad list for the 2026 World Cup (June 11-July 19).

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / May 8

Liverpool’s planned front four has been wrecked by Hugo Ekitike injury – report

Liverpool may now be forced into a significant tactical rethink following Hugo Ekitike’s ruptured Achilles injury, with James Pearce revealing the club already had a very specific attacking plan in mind for next season.

Soccer News / Outlook India / May 7

FIFA World Cup 2026: Hugo Ekitike, Xavi Simons, Serge Gnabry - List Of Players To Miss Tournament Due To Injury

Injuries are mounting ahead of the World Cup which starts in five weeks France’s Hugo Ekitike sustained an Achilles injury and will miss the tourney Kylian Mbappe is sidelined with a hamstring injury but will recover in time for the WC Kylian Mbappé is sidelined with a hamstring injury.

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Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / May 6

Chelsea could be without five players for Liverpool clash at Anfield

Chelsea head to Anfield this weekend with pressure mounting around the club and several injury concerns still hanging over Calum McFarlane’s squad. Liverpool supporters may not be feeling particularly positive after the defeat at Manchester United, but the mood around Stamford Bridge looks even worse heading into Saturday’s clash.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / May 6

Liverpool sent firm message over ‘world-class’ £100m attacker who equalled Robbie Fowler feat

Liverpool would appear to have little to no chance of signing a ‘world-class’ striker who recently emulated a feat once achieved by Robbie Fowler. The

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / May 5

Dominic King names one player Liverpool won’t sell under any circumstances this summer

Dominic King has named one Liverpool player who ‘would not be allowed to go anywhere’ in the summer transfer window. Arne Slot’s attacking options have

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / May 5

‘They are confident…’ – Journalist issues Ekitike claim Liverpool fans will be praying is true

Liverpool chiefs are said to be confident that Hugo Ekitike will get back to the heights that he showed prior to his recent Achilles tendon rupture. The

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / May 4

‘Does not do enough’ – Liverpool player who lost 6 out of 9 duels ‘went missing’ at Old Trafford

While many Liverpool players didn’t do themselves justice in the defeat to Manchester United on Sunday, one in particular has come in for plenty of criticism following the match at Old Trafford.

Eintracht Frankfurt News / Caught Offside / April 16

Liverpool confirm Hugo Ekitike update that fans were hoping to avoid

Just when you thought the Liverpool’s Champions League quarter-final exit at the hands of Paris Saint-Germain couldn’t get any more painful, the club has been hit with absolutely devastating news.

Liverpool FC News / Field Level Media / April 15

French striker Hugo Ekitike (Achilles) out of World Cup

French striker Hugo Ekitike likely will miss this summer's FIFA World Cup after reportedly tearing his Achilles tendon. The Liverpool forward sustained the injury in Tuesday's 2-0 Champions League quarterfinal loss to Paris Saint-Germain.

Liverpool FC News / Caught Offside / April 15

‘Confirmed by his family’ – Journalist issues update on Ekitike injury from his family

It’s the news every Liverpool and France fan has been absolutely dreading. fter Hugo Ekitike was forced off the pitch in clear agony during that miserable Champions League defeat to Paris Saint-Germain, the collective mood around Anfield was incredibly bleak.

Soccer News / Talk Chelsea / February 18

Chelsea Lookback: Hugo Ekitike linked with £60m Chelsea move a year ago today

Hugo Ekitike already looks like a Premier League star having made the move to Liverpool in the summer. A year ago, it was Chelsea being linked. Every now and again we like to look back at what was going on a year ago today.