"Liverpool could be without Alexander Isak for their crucial Champions League group-stage clash against Real Madrid, according to respected journalist Paul Joyce of The Times. The news comes as a major blow for Arne Slot, whose side are already grappling with a growing injury list at a crucial stage of the season. The Reds host Xabi Alonso's Real Madrid on Tuesday night in what promises to be another chapter in one of European football's most storied rivalries."
"Isak has now missed three consecutive matches after sustaining a groin injury during Liverpool's 5-1 win over Eintracht Frankfurt two weeks ago. The Swedish striker was expected to be assessed ahead of the Real Madrid tie, but Joyce reports that his recovery has been slower than anticipated, making him a major doubt for the European clash. Alexander Isak misses Liverpool training ahead of Real Madrid. Curtis Jones back with group. paul joyce (@_pauljoyce) November 3, 2025 In his absence, Hugo Ekitike has started both of Liverpool's recent league games, impressing with his energy and pressing. The Frenchman is now expected to lead Liverpool's attack against Real Madrid."
"Meanwhile, Curtis Jones is also facing a race against time to regain full fitness. The midfielder picked up a knock during the 2-1 defeat to Brentford nine days ago and subsequently missed the matches against Crystal Palace and Aston Villa. His absence has further stretched Liverpool's midfield options, with Alexis Mac Allister and Dominik Szoboszlai carrying much of the creative burden in recent weeks."
Alexander Isak is likely to miss Liverpool's Champions League group-stage match against Real Madrid after sustaining a groin injury in the 5-1 win over Eintracht Frankfurt. He has missed three consecutive matches and his recovery has been slower than anticipated, leaving him doubtful for the tie. Hugo Ekitike has started recent league games and is expected to lead Liverpool's attack in Isak's absence, offering energy and pressing. Curtis Jones picked up a knock at Brentford, missed subsequent matches, but is back with the group and in contention. Mac Allister and Szoboszlai have carried much of the creative burden.
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