Liverpool stand on the brink of Premier League glory, but defender Joe Gomez faces a race against time to be part of their title celebrations on the pitch. The Reds need just one point from Sunday's clash with Tottenham to secure the championship, but their longest-serving player remains sidelined following February hamstring surgery.
Manager Arne Slot delivered a mixed update during Friday's press conference: "Joe's not training with the group yet, but if his recovery accelerates, we might see him for the final matches." This leaves the May 25th season finale against Crystal Palace as Gomez's only potential return date.
The 26-year-old's absence comes at a bittersweet moment as Liverpool prepare to lift their 20th league trophy. Slot emphasized the club's cautious approach, noting: "We won't rush anyone - the player's long-term fitness always comes first."
In other team news:
• Trent Alexander-Arnold faces late fitness test after ankle injury
• Conor Bradley likely to start if Alexander-Arnold isn't risked
• Medical staff carefully managing Bradley's minutes after recent knocks
Slot praised Bradley's development: "He's nearly ready for full matches, but we're being smart with his workload." The Northern Irish fullback has emerged as a key figure during Liverpool's title run-in.
As Anfield prepares for what could be a historic weekend, all eyes remain on Gomez's rehabilitation progress. The England international's potential return for the final home game would provide a fairytale ending to Liverpool's campaign and his own injury-plagued season.
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