LASK Linz vs. Liverpool - News - October 14, 2026

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Hugo Ekitike - Doing well, not training yet Ekitike (Achilles) remains in a lengthy recovery process and is "a little bit behind that but that was always the plan. He is still doing very well according to the plan," per coac...

Impact Ekitike has continued to work in the gym after being inactive since April due to his ruptured Achilles tendon. While he was last reported to target a return to action in December, it seems like his workload will be limited even if he's able to log minutes of play before the end of the year, forcing him to wait until 2027 to become a real option. Liverpool are currently facing a difficult front-line situation with Alexander Isak (thigh) and Cody Gakpo (ankle) dealing with injuries as well, turning to Lewis Koumas in the striker role over the last couple of games.

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Conor Bradley - Progressing toward group work Bradley (knee) remains in a good place in his recovery from a long-term injury, with manager Andoni Iraola commenting Thursday that "Conor is not so far from training with the grou...

Impact Bradley could still be far from making a competitive comeback, but this is another positive step for him as he looks to return at some point in the 2026/27 season. The defender has been sidelined since suffering a severe knee injury in January, so he'll likely need plenty more time to regain a role in the contention with Ronald Araujo and Jeremie Frimpong.

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Dominik Szoboszlai - Availability still uncertain Szoboszlai (hamstring) remains a late fitness call for Saturday's Premier League clash against Brentford, according to coach Andoni Iraola. "It's early for us to say. We have tomor...

Impact Szoboszlai has missed Liverpool's last two matches against Manchester City and LASK after suffering a hamstring injury during the international break. The Hungarian midfielder has established himself as a key figure in Liverpool's midfield thanks to his creativity, set-piece delivery and ability to contribute goals and assists, making his absence particularly significant during a demanding stretch of four matches in 12 days. Teammate Milos Kerkez previously suggested that Szoboszlai was eager to return against Brentford, but manager Iraola's latest comments indicate that his involvement remains uncertain ahead of Friday's final training session. Szoboszlai scored two goals and created 16 chances in six appearances across all competitions for the Reds, playing as a midfielder only after covering the right-back role several times last season under former coach Arne Slot.

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Alexander Isak - Facing late fitness assessment Isak (thigh) remains questionable for Saturday's Premier League matchup against Brentford, with a final decision on his availability expected after Friday's training session, accor...

Impact Isak has missed Liverpool's last two matches against Manchester City and LASK after sustaining a thigh injury while representing Sweden during the international break. Although manager Iraola previously indicated that the issue was not expected to result in a lengthy absence, the striker has yet to recover sufficiently to return to competitive action. His status for Saturday remains uncertain, with the coaching staff keeping the possibility of his involvement open pending further assessment. Liverpool could be without both Isak and Cody Gakpo (ankle) once again if neither player is cleared, potentially leaving the team short of attacking options against Brentford.

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Cody Gakpo - Late call for Brentford clash Gakpo (ankle) will be a late fitness call for Saturday's Premier League clash against Brentford, according to coach Andoni Iraola. "It's early for us to say. We have tomorrow in tr...

Impact Gakpo continues to recover from an ankle injury sustained following a heavy challenge while representing the Netherlands during the international break. The winger has already missed Liverpool's last two matches against Manchester City and LASK, but manager Iraola has not ruled out a return against Brentford. His availability will depend on how he progresses ahead of the final training session Friday, with the injury previously described as a matter of pain management rather than a long-term concern. Bradley Barcola and Rio Ngumoha could continue competing for minutes on the left wing if Gakpo remains unavailable.

OCTOBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Kostas Tsimikas - Supplies two assists in win Tsimikas assisted twice to go with 13 crosses (five accurate) and eight corners in Wednesday's 6-3 victory versus LASK.

Impact Tsimikas recorded two assists while creating six chances across 90 minutes in Wednesday's 6-3 Champions League victory over LASK. He also delivered 13 crosses, five accurate, while completing 71 passes and contributing eight corners, two interceptions and one block in a highly active two-way performance. The outing marked his first start since Sept. 12 and easily his most productive attacking display of the season.

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