Liverpool’s midfield maestro, Dominik Szoboszlai, has cast a shadow of uncertainty over his return to the field for the upcoming clash against Bournemouth. Since sustaining a hamstring injury in the victory against Newcastle on January 1, Szoboszlai’s absence has been palpable in Liverpool’s midfield dynamics.

Despite Liverpool’s commendable performance without him, the team is eagerly awaiting his return, especially with key players like Wataru Endo and Mohamed Salah away on international duties and a burgeoning injury list. Follow your favourite Premier League team with attractive football betting odds from Nextbet.

Szoboszlai, who recently received Hungary’s Athlete of the Year award, expressed cautious optimism about his recovery: “I’m still running without a ball, but soon I will be able to carefully try training with a ball. I am getting better.”

The 23-year-old’s response to queries about his fitness for the January 21 match against Bournemouth was guarded. “Yes, it’s possible, but we don’t want to rush anything…I’d rather miss one more match, if that’s what it takes, so that I don’t injure the previous strain and can play continuously,” Szoboszlai stated.

Liverpool, under the guidance of Jurgen Klopp, has been navigating through these challenges with strategic rotations in midfield and attack. Szoboszlai, who donned the No. 8 jersey, was anticipated to step in for Salah during the Africa Cup of Nations. However, Harvey Elliott, while a versatile midfielder, has not seamlessly fit into the right-wing role in the past two fixtures.

Szoboszlai, acknowledging the possibility of playing on the wing in Salah’s absence, commented, “If the question is whether I will play on the wing, my answer is that it is not ruled out, and I play where I am needed.” His flexibility and willingness to adapt to different positions underscore his value to the team.

Liverpool’s upcoming match at Dean Court against Bournemouth is crucial, and Szoboszlai’s potential involvement remains a topic of significant interest. 

His absence has been felt, but the team has shown resilience and adaptability. As the January 21 match approaches, all eyes will be on Szoboszlai’s fitness and Liverpool’s tactical adjustments to maintain their competitive edge in the league. Get the latest updates from the Premier League only on Nextbet Sports.