Liverpool supporters have been handed a significant boost ahead of Saturday’s Premier League showdown with Tottenham Hotspur, following an encouraging update from trusted journalist James Pearce.
While the Reds enjoyed the satisfaction of a gritty and well-earned victory over Brighton last weekend, there was a moment of concern late in the match when Dominik Szoboszlai was forced to leave the pitch.
The Hungarian midfielder appeared to hurt his ankle after landing awkwardly while attempting to avoid a sliding challenge from Kaoru Mitoma, slightly dampening the mood after the final whistle.
Fortunately, early signs suggested the situation was not as serious as first feared. Reports emerging from Hungary earlier in the week indicated that initial scans on the 25-year-old did not show any major damage. That optimism has now grown stronger, with Liverpool’s prospects ahead of the trip to north London looking increasingly positive.
On Wednesday afternoon, James Pearce shared an update via The Athletic, revealing that Szoboszlai is hopeful of being declared fit in time to face Spurs. The midfielder is said to have responded well to treatment since sustaining the injury, and Pearce described the development as “positive news,” a phrase that will certainly resonate with anxious fans.
Liverpool’s medical team will continue to assess the situation closely over the coming days. A final decision is expected on Friday regarding whether Szoboszlai will receive clearance to feature against Tottenham. Even if Saturday’s match proves to be slightly too soon for him, there is strong confidence that he would be available for Wolves’ visit to Anfield just two days after Christmas.
Pearce also provided updates on two other members of the Liverpool squad. Joe Gomez is expected to miss the Spurs fixture due to a hamstring issue, although the injury is believed to be relatively minor and not a long-term concern. Meanwhile, Jeremie Frimpong is nearing a return after a lengthy absence, with the defender close to being cleared for full first-team training following two months on the sidelines.
Should Szoboszlai be passed fit, his availability would represent a major boost for Liverpool. His importance has only increased following Mohamed Salah’s departure for the Africa Cup of Nations, while injuries to Gomez and Frimpong further stretch Arne Slot’s options. There is even a chance that Szoboszlai could be asked to fill in at right-back if required, although Conor Bradley’s return from suspension does offer some relief.
There is, however, another factor to consider. Szoboszlai is currently just one yellow card away from reaching the five-booking threshold that triggers a one-match suspension. If he can navigate the next three Premier League games without being cautioned, the limit will rise to ten yellow cards later in the season.
That scenario would be ideal, potentially allowing him to avoid missing key fixtures, including the upcoming clash with Arsenal.
For now, the immediate focus remains on Saturday. Liverpool fans will be hoping Szoboszlai receives the green light to face Spurs and can once again make a decisive impact, just as he did in last season’s thrilling 6–3 win in north London.
