Ekitike's Worst Fears Confirmed: Out for Nine Months

Shockwaves have hit Liverpool. Hugo Ekitike, who sustained an injury during last night's match against Paris Saint-Germain, has not escaped serious damage. According to the latest update, the French forward has suffered a ruptured Achilles tendon and will be sidelined for at least nine months.

Arne Slot had already confirmed his fears following his team's 2-0 defeat. “Let's wait and see what happens. But we could all see that it didn't look good.”

Ekitike's injury is, of course, a significant blow to the French national team, who now see one of their stars miss the World Cup, just two months before the tournament kicks off.