Liverpool handed injury blow ahead of Spurs Carabao Cup clash

Liverpool have been dealt an injury setback ahead of their crucial Carabao Cup semi-final second leg against Spurs, as manager Arne Slot has provided an update on Trent Alexander-Arnold’s fitness.

Spurs prepare for pivotal Carabao Cup semi-final clash at Anfield

This week is set to be a defining one for Ange Postecoglou and his Tottenham Hotspur squad as they prepare to face Liverpool in the second leg of the Carabao Cup semi-final, knowing that they are just ninety minutes away from a potential final appearance at Wembley.

The first leg at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium saw Spurs secure a slender 1-0 victory, giving them a narrow but valuable advantage heading into the return fixture.

However, the task ahead remains formidable, as Liverpool, backed by a raucous Anfield crowd, will be determined to overturn the deficit and continue their pursuit of silverware in what has been a strong season for them thus far.

Trent Alexander-Arnold ruled out with Liverpool injury

Coming into this game, Tottenham Hotspur have received a significant boost, as Liverpool’s Trent Alexander-Arnold is expected to miss Thursday’s crucial clash due to injury.

Arne Slot provided an update regarding Trent’s condition in his pre-match press conference today.

He said (LiverpoolEcho): “He [Trent] is going to miss tomorrow and we have to see if he can play Sunday but he is not available tomorrow. I think you saw he left the pitch with a bit of a pain in his leg, so that is why he misses tomorrow. He is already on the pitch with the rehab coach, let’s see how long it takes.”

The England international was substituted in the 70th minute after experiencing discomfort in his hamstring, during Liverpool’s 2-0 win against Bournemouth on Saturday afternoon in the Premier League.

Spurs look to build momentum with the Carabao Cup

With a place in the final at stake, Tottenham Hotspur will be eager to capitalise on any advantage they can gain, and Alexander-Arnold’s absence could prove to be a decisive factor.

Ange Postecoglou’s side will be aiming to maintain their momentum in what has already been a promising cup run under the Australian manager, as they continue to push for silverware.

The Lilywhites have started the week on a positive note, securing the signing of centre-back Kevin Danso to bolster their defensive ranks while also picking up their first Premier League points of the year with a 2-0 victory away at Brentford.

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