Liverpool’s Cody Gakpo was absent from the squad in their Champions League last-16 tie against Paris Saint-Germain on Wednesday night. The Dutch forward had traveled with the team, but a knock in training ruled him out of the matchday squad.
Gakpo has played a crucial role for Liverpool this season, scoring eight Premier League goals and adding three more in the Champions League. However, injury setbacks have plagued him in recent weeks, forcing him to miss games against Wolves and Aston Villa in February due to an ankle issue.
Liverpool manager Arne Slot remains optimistic about Gakpo’s quick return, suggesting he could feature either in their Premier League fixture against Southampton on Saturday or the crucial second-leg clash against PSG at Anfield next Tuesday.
Meanwhile, PSG manager Luis Enrique acknowledged the threat posed by Liverpool, describing them as one of the best counterattacking teams in Europe. He emphasized the need for his side to control possession and limit Liverpool’s chances on the break, recognizing the danger of their attacking trio.