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Liverpool receive injury boost on midfielder’s hamstring worry

A potential injury concern has emerged from Liverpool recent friendly, but early signs suggest there may be no cause for alarm.

There were concerns when Trey Nyoni was substituted in the 67th minute of Liverpool’s 4-1 win over Athletic Club.

The 18-year-old, who had started the game at centre-back as part of a youthful lineup, appeared to be in some discomfort as he made way for academy teammate Tommy Pilling.

The early signs pointed towards a potential hamstring issue — the kind of setback that could interrupt his promising preseason involvement with the senior squad.

However, a day later, Nyoni was spotted participating in a recovery session at the AXA Training Centre, working on Peloton bikes alongside other players.

While the club has not officially confirmed his fitness status, the footage suggests there’s no major concern for the teenager.

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Trey Nyoni wasn’t the only player to draw attention during the friendly clash.

Luca Stephenson, another academy graduate, appeared to be limping towards the end of the 4-1 win.

Thankfully, early signs point to nothing serious — his issue is believed to be cramp rather than injury. Like Nyoni, Stephenson was also seen with the squad during Tuesday’s session.

Liverpool do, however, face a few other injury concerns elsewhere in the squad. Conor Bradley has joined Joe Gomez on the sidelines, and both are currently doubtful for the Community Shield against Crystal Palace.

On a more positive note, Virgil van Dijk is expected to return after illness kept him out of the recent friendlies.

Also in line for a return is Alisson Becker. The Brazilian goalkeeper has been back home following his wife Natalia’s surgery but is due to rejoin the group this week. Head coach Arne Slot confirmed the news in his pre-match interview with LFCTV.

With just 20 players allowed in the matchday squad at Wembley, the Community Shield will give fans a clearer picture of Slot’s early-season thinking.

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