Liverpool’s European campaign took another blow on a difficult night in Paris, with manager Arne Slot expressing deep concern over an apparent serious injury to forward Hugo Ekitike during the defeat to Paris Saint-Germain.
The incident occurred midway through the first half at the Parc des Princes, when Ekitike suddenly collapsed without contact. The 22-year-old was visibly distressed, clutching his ankle before medical staff intervened and carried him off on a stretcher. Liverpool went on to lose 2-0 on the night, exiting the competition with a heavy 4-0 aggregate scoreline.
Speaking after the match, Slot acknowledged the worrying nature of the situation but stopped short of offering a definitive update. The Dutch coach admitted the early signs were not encouraging, noting that the player had already departed the stadium before he could be properly assessed or spoken to.
Defender Ibrahima Konate shared his concern for his teammate, describing the moment as emotionally difficult, particularly given the looming FIFA World Cup 2026. He hinted at uncertainty surrounding the severity of the injury, adding that the timing could not be worse for the young forward.
Ekitike had been part of an attacking trio that included Alexander Isak—making his return after a long injury layoff—and Florian Wirtz. Slot later reflected on his frustration that these high-profile signings have struggled to build rhythm together due to recurring fitness setbacks, though he welcomed Isak’s return as a rare positive on an otherwise disappointing evening.
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