Liverpool star Darwin Nunez in contention to face Manchester City after injury scare
Liverpool fans can breathe a sigh of relief as Darwin Nunez is back in contention for their upcoming match against Manchester City. Jurgen Klopp recently confirmed that Nunez had missed two-thirds of training this week due to an injury, but the striker returned to full training yesterday and is now a definite option for the matchday squad.
This news comes as a massive boost for Liverpool, who are looking to get maximum points against one of their toughest rivals. Nunez has been a key player for the Reds this season, and his absence would have certainly been a significant blow to Klopp’s attacking options.
However, with the Uruguayan back in contention, Liverpool will have a much better chance of securing a crucial victory at The Etihad against Pep Guardiola’s City, who are second to Arsenal on the league table at the moment.
Klopp on Nunez: "Darwin couldn't train for 2/3 days this week but yesterday he was back in full training and is definitely in contention (to face City)."
— James Pearce (@JamesPearceLFC) March 31, 2023
“Darwin couldn’t train for 2/3 days this week but yesterday he was back in full training and is definitely in contention (to face City).”
Darwin boost for the Reds
It is worth noting that Nunez also withdrew from international duty with Uruguay due to the same injury. This suggests that the striker has been struggling with the problem for some time, and Klopp will need to manage his workload carefully to avoid any further setbacks.
Assuming Nunez is fit enough to feature against Manchester City, Klopp will certainly have a tough decision to make regarding his starting lineup. The striker has been in excellent form this season, scoring 14 goals and four assists in 33 appearances across all competitions, most of these coming in very recent games.
Regardless of who starts the match, Liverpool will need to be at their very best to overcome a formidable Manchester City side. Pep Guardiola’s team are one of the most talented in the league, and their recent form suggests that they will be a tough nut to crack.
If Nunez is able to play a role in the match, it could be just the boost that Liverpool need to secure a vital victory. The striker has shown this season that he is more than capable of finding the back of the net against top-quality opposition including the likes of Real Madrid and Manchester United, and his presence on the pitch could unsettle the City defence.
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Liverpool fans will be delighted to hear that Nunez is back in contention for the upcoming match. Klopp will need to manage the striker’s workload carefully, but if he can feature, he could play a crucial role in helping the Reds secure all three points which could go a long way in helping Liverpool qualify for the UCL next season.
