STEFAN BAJCETIC NEWS

Spotted in team training Bajcetic (hamstring) was spotted in team training on Monday, the club posted.

Impact Bajcetic was back in team training on Monday after recovering from a hamstring injury that kept him sidelined since the end of last season. The midfielder is still likely about a month away from returning to the match squad. Bajcetic will probably hold a bench role at best once he is fully fit for the Reds.

NOVEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Bajcetic (hamstring) wasn't included in the Champions League squad for Tuesday's trip to Galatasaray.

Impact Bajcetic is continuing to work his way back from a lingering hamstring injury. It's uncertain if he's truly still injured or just not being included in the squad. His next chance to return to action will be a Saturday trip to Chelsea, though realistically it's more likely he's back in the squad after the international break.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Viewed training on grass Bajcetic (hamstring) was shown working in training, according to his club.

Impact Bajcetic is still battling his hamstring injury but is seeing improvements this week, with the midfielder viewed on the training pitch working with a ball and running. He should then be nearing a return soon, likely within a week or two if he trains with the team in the coming days. Once he does return, the midfielder will likely be used as a depth option in the loaded Liverpool squad.

SEPTEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Could return in August Bajcetic (hamstring) could return by the end of August, according to Dominic King of the Daily Mail.

Impact Bajcetic suffered a hamstring injury late in May, but could return before the end of August. The promising midfielder has spent the last few seasons on loan, but is now hoping to break into the Liverpool first team when fit.

AUGUST 5 • ROTOWIRE

Underwent hamstring surgery Bajcetic underwent hamstring surgery in late May and has since started his recovery with the aim to be ready for the 2025-26 pre-season with Liverpool, according to the Liverpool E...

Impact Bajcetic missed the last two games of the season while on loan with Las Palmas due to a hamstring injury that required surgery, which he underwent in late May. He has since been recovering from the operation and working toward regaining full fitness. The midfielder hopes to be ready for preseason with the Reds, as coach Arne Slot could count on him next season.

JUNE 10 • ROTOWIRE

Heads back to Liverpool Bajcetic is heading back to Liverpool after his loan spell in Las Palmas, the club announced.

Impact Bajcetic spent the second half of the 2024-25 season in Las Palmas after ending his first-half loan in Salzburg. He made 14 appearances for the Canarians, scoring one goal and contributing brilliantly in defense with 29 tackles and 26 clearances. He is now heading back to his parent club Liverpool at the end of his loan spell and he will hope to be back fit for the preseason since he was dealing with an undisclosed injury in the final games of the season.

JUNE 4 • ROTOWIRE

Still injured Bajcetic (undisclosed) is still injured, although he has received a pre-selection from the U21 Spain team, coach Diego Martinez said in the press conference. "I think Stefan is als...

Impact Bajcetic is still injured and will miss Saturday's final game of the season against Espanyol. That said, he has been pre-selected for the U21 European Championship by the Spanish team, suggesting he is recovering with that tournament in mind and did not want to feature in the last game of the season. He will be replaced by Dario Essugo or Javi Munoz in midfield on Saturday.

MAY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Absent from training Bajcetic (undisclosed) was absent from training Saturday and is doubtful for Sunday's match against Leganes.

Impact Bajcetic looks likely to be out for Sunday's match after his early exit from the club's last outing, as he was unable to train Saturday. This will be a tough loss for the club, as he has been a regular starter recently. That said, this will force a change, with Dario Essugo or Javi Munoz as possible replacements if left out.

MAY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Off injured Bajcetic was brought off injured during Tuesday's trip to Sevilla,

Impact Bajcetic picked up an injury in the second half of Tuesday's clash and was forced off. Dario Essugo came on to replace him and has been a consistent starting option in holding midfield. Bajcetic's next chance to return is a Sunday clash with Leganes.

MAY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Nets first goal with Las Palmas Bajcetic scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-1 defeat against Mallorca.

Impact Despite the loss, Bajcetic shined in his second consecutive start by burying his first goal in three league appearances this season. It was also his second consecutive outing with at least one chance created and over 20 passes completed. Additionally, he has registered at least one tackle won in three straight appearances.

FEBRUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Starting at Mallorca Bajcetic (calf) is in the starting lineup to face Mallorca on Sunday.

Impact Bajcetic has bounced back from a minor problem and is ready to make his second consecutive start as a defensive midfielder. He previously produced 45 accurate passes, three tackles and one chance created over 102 minutes of La Liga play after joining the team on loan in the winter transfer window.

FEBRUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Likely available for Mallorca Bajcetic has trained normally this week and is likely to be available for Sunday's match against Mallorca, UDLasPalmas.net reports.

Impact Bajcetic was subbed off in the second half of Saturday's game with a calf injury. However, he trained normally this week, and the issue is not considered serious. He should be available to start against Mallorca on Sunday.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Off with calf injury Bajcetic was subbed off due to a calf injury in the 78th minute of Saturday's 2-1 loss to Villarreal.

Impact Bajcetic made his first start for Las Palmas, playing 78 minutes before forced off with a calf injury. He started the campaign on loan to RB Salzburg, however was re loaned to La Liga by Liverpool, already making a start in two league appearances with the Spanish side.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Completes loan to Las Palmas Liverpool have ended Bajcetic's loan at Salzburg and have loaned him to Las Palmas for the rest of the 2024/25 season.

Impact Bajcetic will aim to get more consistent playing time at Las Palmas while returning to his native Spain. The central midfielder will return to the Reds in the summer of 2025.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Bench option versus West Ham Bajcetic (calf) is available for Saturday's match against West Ham.

Impact Bajcetic makes the bench after a month and getting some run with the youth team following a calf injury. He made his lone seasonal appearance back in September.

APRIL 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Plays again with U21s Bajcetic (calf) featured for 45 minutes with the U21s on Monday, according to the club.

Impact Bajcetic continues to ramp up his fitness as he works on a return, now playing with the U21s for the second time in the past two weeks. The midfielder ended up starting and getting 45 minutes of play, still being limited with his time as he isn't fully healthy. However, this brings even more confidence that his return is on the horizon, as he looks to be back with the first team before they finish off the final five games of the season.

APRIL 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set for time with U21s Bajcetic (calf) is set to get time with the U21s before returning to the first team, as manager Jurgen Klopp told reporters, "Stefan is different a little bit because he was out fo...

Impact Bajcetic seems to be closing in on a return but won't be making it with the first team, as he is set for a game with the U21s before getting back to Premier League play. This comes after the midfielder has not taken the field since Sept. 21 due to his injuries, with that being his only appearance due to the short-lived time being healthy. He will now continue to eye a return to the first team over the next week or two, just hoping to get another chance on the field before the end of the season.

APRIL 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nearing return Bajcetic (calf) will join team training within two weeks, Manager Jurgen Klopp announced Friday."He is now in partial training with the U21s and he will be in full training with th...

Impact Bajcetic has missed the majority of the season with a calf injury that has seemingly plagued him consistently. The defensive midfielder won't be rushed back as he is still seen as one for the future more than anything else. Bajcetic likely will only play a bench role even when fully fit.

MARCH 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Should return to training soon Bajcetic (calf) could return to group training after the international break, manager Jurgen Klopp told media Friday. "He is much better, he is in a much better place now. He had a...

Impact Bajcetic has missed most of the season with injuries, and while Klopp didn't give a timeline for his return to action, having him back in training after the international break is certainly a step in the right direction for the midfielder. Bajcetic has been limited to just one appearance, and 61 total minutes, between the Premier League and the UEFA Europa League this term.

MARCH 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Close to return Bajcetic (calf) is nearing a return to play, as manager Jurgen Klopp announced, "He's obviously gaining fitness now... he didn't get green light yet for us for the team training. H...

Impact Bajcetic seems to be heading in the right direction in his recovery, being very close to a return after it was announced he is pain-free at the moment. It is unclear if he has begun to train with the group or not, as that would cement his place for an appearance back on the field soon. With the midfielder expected to return in about three weeks, he may say an earlier addition than was thought, although that will ultimately depend on if he can reach full fitness while working with the group within the next two weeks.

FEBRUARY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Remains at least a month out Bajcetic (calf) will not be in January after assistant manager Pepijn Lijnders told reporters Tuesday, "They will not be ready for the end of this month. It will probably be going...

Impact Bajcetic has made just one appearance this season back in September when he logged just 61 minutes before being forced off with his injury. Prior to that outing, the midfielder was an unused substitute for four straight matches, so he will be hard-pressed to break into the starting XI even once cleared to play.

JANUARY 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Return date still up in the air Bajcetic (calf) continues to work on his rehabilitation, but a return date for the player is still unsure, according to manager Jurgen Klopp. "With Stefan, if you ask Stefan how he...

Impact Bajcetic is continuing to recover from his calf injury but still seems to be a bit away from a return, as he is still going in and out of team training sessions, according to manager Jurgen Klopp. Both the club and player will hope for a speedy advancement in his rehabilitation, with the midfielder only playing once all season, starting and playing 61 minutes in the club's opening UEL match on Sept. 21. He hasn't been required yet, as the midfielder continues to remain mostly healthy, but his return will still be highly anticipated, with him being viewed as an option for the future.

DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

No timeline for return Bajcetic (calf) has no specific timeline for his return, according to manager Jurgen Klopp. "No, we don't know [when he will be back]. With Stefan it's, again, one of these things....

Impact Bajcetic is still recovering from a calf injury and seemingly won't be rushed back. With the other options in the starting XI Bajcetic hasn't been required as he was in 2022/23. Still the defensive midfielder and back up right-back is considered a top option for the future when fully fit once more, though that may not come until after the international break.

NOVEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Yet to resume training Bajcetic (calf) is still not training with the squad with manager Jurgen Klopp telling reporters Wednesday, "No, not in team training."

Impact Bajcetic's continued absence from training indicates he won't be back in action in the short term and could even be looking at being out through the November international break, though the club hasn't provided a specific recovery timeline. Even once cleared to play, the midfielder will likely be hard-pressed to break into the starting XI considering he was an unused substitute four times and has made just one appearance.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out versus Everton Bajcetic (calf) isn't an option for Saturday's derby with Everton.

Impact Bajcetic will remain sidelined through the break after missing the last four matches, leaving Liverpool a little short-handed in the midfield.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE