In Video: Liverpool v Tottenham Hotspur: Arne Slot confirms Trent Alexander-Arnold will miss Carabao Cup match

Liverpool FC’s Trent Alexander-Arnold to Miss Carabao Cup Semi-Final Tie against Tottenham

In a major blow to Liverpool’s hopes of securing a place in the Carabao Cup final, Trent Alexander-Arnold has been ruled out of tomorrow’s semi-final second leg against Tottenham at Anfield due to a thigh problem. The 24-year-old right-back picked up the injury during Saturday’s Premier League victory over Bournemouth, and will not be available for the match.

Trent’s Thigh Injury Set to Keep Him Out of Action for a Few Days

According to Liverpool’s head coach Jürgen Klopp, Alexander-Arnold suffered a pain in his thigh during the match against Bournemouth, which prevented him from continuing to play. The German manager confirmed that the England international will miss the Carabao Cup semi-final tie, but there is a possibility that he may be available to feature for the Reds’ Premier League match against Leicester City on Sunday.

No Major Concerns at Anfield, says Klopp

When asked about the window, Klopp expressed his satisfaction with the current state of his squad, stating that he doesn’t need to make any additions to the team. "I don’t want any players," he said, "I have a very good squad and if you look at the league table, the players have shown that the trust we have in them was correct. We don’t have many injuries, not long-term injuries, so we don’t need to add anything to the team."

Despite receiving criticism from some quarters, Klopp’s decision to stand pat during the transfer window could pay off, with his current squad capable of taking on the top teams in the league. The manager did, however, concede that there were periods of time when the team was struggling with injuries, particularly concerning Allison and others. However, he believes that most of his players are now back available for selection, reducing the need to strengthen the squad further.

A Minor Setback Ahead of a Busy Schedule

While the loss of Trent Alexander-Arnold for the Carabao Cup semi-final is a significant blow, it’s not a major concern for the Liverpool manager, who will be looking to secure a place in the final and then focus on the Premier League and Champions League campaigns. With a busy schedule ahead, the Reds will be hoping that Alexander-Arnold can recover from his thigh injury quickly and return to full fitness, ready to make an impact in the coming weeks.

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