Liverpool are facing fresh injury concerns ahead of their Premier League clash against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, with several key players set to miss out. Goalkeeper Alisson Becker has been ruled out after suffering a hamstring injury in the Champions League defeat to Galatasaray. Arne Slot confirmed that the Brazilian will not feature before the international break, meaning new signing Giorgi Mamardashvili is expected to step in as the starting keeper for this crucial fixture.

In attack, there are doubts over Hugo Ekitike, who was forced off against Galatasaray after feeling discomfort while stretching for a ball. Although Slot hopes the issue is not serious, the forward will need to be assessed in training before a decision is made. Federico Chiesa also missed the midweek game due to a minor muscle problem, and while there is optimism he could return, his involvement remains uncertain.

Meanwhile, young centre-back Giovanni Leoni has been ruled out for the long term after undergoing surgery on an ACL injury sustained against Southampton, ending his debut season prematurely. With two straight defeats behind them, Liverpool must adapt quickly, relying on squad depth and resilience to bounce back strongly at Stamford Bridge.

Arsenal are currently facing a challenging period with several key players sidelined through injury. Gabriel Magalhães is a fresh concern after picking up a knock in the Champions League against Olympiacos, although early assessments suggest the problem is not serious. Meanwhile, summer signing Piero Hincapié is still recovering from a groin issue and is expected to return by mid-October. On the attacking front, Noni Madueke has been ruled out for around two months with a knee problem, keeping him away from action until late November. Kai Havertz remains unavailable as he continues his rehabilitation from knee surgery, with his comeback unlikely before the end of November. Adding to the list, Gabriel Jesus is enduring a long-term absence following an ACL injury, and his return may not happen before December.

Despite these setbacks, Mikel Arteta has managed to keep the team competitive, with several senior players like Martin Ødegaard and Bukayo Saka regaining fitness and reintegrating into the side. Arsenal currently have no suspensions, but the injuries mean squad rotation and tactical adjustments will be crucial in the coming weeks. The Gunners must navigate this period carefully to stay in contention across the Premier League and Champions League campaigns.

Why Arteta lost his temper with Saliba — updated amid fresh injury developments

With Arsenal reeling from a mounting injury crisis, tensions at the club have reached a boiling point. William Saliba’s recent fitness setbacks appear to have been a flashpoint. Just minutes into a match against Liverpool, he twisted his ankle during the warm-up and was forced off after only five minutes. Arteta revealed that Saliba tried to push through but his first two actions on the field made it clear he couldn’t cope.

That kind of scenario—one of your defensive pillars visibly struggling under pressure—can ignite frustration. Combine that with multiple injuries elsewhere (GK, Saka, Havertz, etc.) and the margin for error is minimal. Arteta, known for his high demands, likely reacted sharply to underscore standards and urgency, especially with his options thinning.

On the brighter side, Arteta has already begun planning for contingencies: if Gabriel isn’t fit, Saliba would slot in alongside Mosquera in defense.

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