Bradley, Bajcetic, Matip – Liverpool injury news latest and return dates

Liverpool will have to deal without several players against Atalanta in the return leg of their Europa League quarter-final on Thursday

A goal from Eberechi Eze saw the Reds fall to a surprise defeat to Crystal Palace at Anfield, handing Manchester City a two-point lead in the title race. Liverpool sit third in the league table, behind Arsenal on goal difference, and this latest setback came swiftly after a grim 3-0 loss to Atalanta in the Europa League.

The Reds have produced some remarkable comeback victories during manager Jurgen Klopp’s tenure and will need to utilise some of that spirit to overturn the deficit in Bergamo on Thursday, However, in their recent defeat to Palace, Liverpool were also dealt a fresh injury blow, Here’s a look at the latest injury news and updates from around the AXA Training Centre.

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Conor Bradley

Conor Bradley came off against Palace with an ankle injury after a tangle with goalscorer Eze. Bradley, who has enjoyed a breakthrough campaign, was checked by physios and there were initial fears the defender could face an extended spell on the sidelines.

An update on Tuesday explained that Bradley is expected to be out for three weeks but could return before the end of the season.

What Klopp has said: "He over-stretched. Whether it's ligament damage or not, I don't know yet. We will get that information on Monday or Tuesday."

Possible return date: Tottenham Hotspur (H) - May 5

Stefan Bajcetic

Stefan Bajcetic made his long-awaited return to Liverpool’s matchday squad for the first leg against Atalanta but was not involved at the weekend.