Major blow for Slot. Hugo Ekitike to miss the match against Arsenal

This is shaping up to be an extremely tough fixture for the team from Liverpool.

Details: It was announced today that 23-year-old Liverpool and France striker Hugo Ekitike will not be available for his side in the Premier League Matchweek 21 clash against London’s Arsenal, which is set to take place later today.

Reports indicate that Ekitike is still recovering from a thigh injury sustained last week.

Ekitike joined Liverpool in the summer of 2025 from Eintracht for €95 million and has already featured in 26 matches for the Reds, scoring 11 goals and providing 2 assists.

Currently, Liverpool sit fourth in the Premier League table, while their opponents Arsenal are top of the league.

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