Liverpool coach Arne slot have confirmed that Trent Alexander-Arnold will miss Sunday’s Carabao Cup final against Newcastle United, though the club remains hopeful he will return before the end of the season.
The right-back was injured during the Reds’ Champions League defeat to Paris Saint-Germain on Wednesday, adding to Liverpool’s defensive woes ahead of the Wembley showdown.
Head coach Arne Slot provided the update on Alexander-Arnold’s condition during his pre-match press conference on Friday.
Meanwhile, the Dutchman remains optimistic about Ibrahima Konate’s availability for the final. The French defender was substituted during extra time in the PSG clash, but Slot revealed he could still feature against Newcastle.
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With Alexander-Arnold out and Conor Bradley also sidelined, Slot hinted at potential solutions for the right-back position, mentioning Jarell Quansah, Wataru Endo, and even Curtis Jones as possible options.
Liverpool will be aiming to lift their first trophy of the season when they face Newcastle at Wembley on Sunday.
(Editor: Paul Akhagbemhe)
