Liverpool Faces Injury Challenges Ahead of Key Matches

Trent Alexander-Arnold is recovering from a hamstring injury and is unlikely to play against Southampton but could return to training soon, with his availability for the Real Madrid match uncertain.
Goalkeeper Alisson Becker, also dealing with a hamstring injury, has resumed training with goalkeepers but is not yet fit to rejoin the team or play in upcoming matches.
Forward Diogo Jota, out since October 20 due to an unspecified injury, is still weeks away from returning to full training alongside Federico Chiesa.
Virgil van Dijk is confirmed fit and available for Sunday’s match against Southampton after returning early from international duty with the Netherlands.
Liverpool, currently leading the Premier League by five points, faces a demanding schedule, including matches against Real Madrid in the Champions League and title rivals Manchester City in the league.