Huge lift: Liverpool fans will be thrilled by a key sight in Reds training before the PSG clash.

Liverpool Fans Receive a Major Boost Ahead of PSG Clash

Liverpool supporters got some encouraging news this afternoon as the team ramps up preparations for their crucial Champions League round-of-16 second leg against Paris Saint-Germain on Tuesday night.

Arne Slot’s squad returns to Anfield with a slender 1-0 advantage, a result that was even more impressive considering it was a smash-and-grab victory and achieved without one of their key players.

Gakpo Returns to Training

Cody Gakpo, who missed the first leg and Saturday’s win over Southampton due to a recurring ankle injury, now appears to have a strong chance of being available for the PSG showdown.

Footage from today’s training session at Kirkby—livestreamed on Liverpool FC’s YouTube channel—captured the 25-year-old fully participating with the main squad, hinting at his potential involvement tomorrow. While Arne Slot is expected to provide an official update in his pre-match press conference this evening, Gakpo’s presence at the AXA Training Centre is a promising sign for Liverpool.

Slot had previously mentioned that the Dutchman was a “close call” for the Southampton game, but while that match came too soon, he now seems poised to make his return against PSG.

A Crucial Boost for the Reds

Gakpo has been a vital contributor this season, ranking as Liverpool’s second-highest scorer with 16 goals, including three in the Champions League. His availability for the second leg would be a massive boost, particularly against Luis Enrique’s side.

If deemed fit to start, Gakpo’s inclusion could allow Slot to rest Luis Diaz, who played the full 90 minutes at the weekend and featured heavily in the first leg in Paris.

Liverpool fans will be hopeful that Gakpo can play a role against PSG and build momentum ahead of next weekend’s Carabao Cup final, where he’ll look to repeat last year’s Wembley triumph over Chelsea.