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On Tuesday, May 20, Liverpool manager, Arne Slot confirmed Alexis Mac Allister’s absence from the upcoming Premier League game against Crystal Palace, scheduled to be held on Sunday, May 25 at Anfield. The midfielder has been nursing an injury and was even left out of the champion’s squad for Monday night’s game against Brighton & Hove Albion.
Furthermore, the 26-year-old Argentine footballer earlier also made limited appearances, coming in as substitute in Premier League games against Chelsea and Arsenal. The Liverpool boss, while sharing an update on Mac Allister, also added that he will be resting for the rest of season in order to be ready for the 2025-26 edition.
Arne Slot hopes Mac Allister to be fit for 2025-26 season for Liverpool
"Alexis will not play for us this season anymore. He needs rest at this moment in time to recover completely and to be ready for the start of next season, but it will be no problem for him to be back next season,” said Slot. “I think he played throughout the last part of the season with the Argentinian mentality he has. Never gives up, no matter what he feels, but it is not smart to play a player that has, not a big injury but something to take a risk with,” he further added.
The 29-year-old, who is tied with the club until June 30, 2028, has made 68 appearances for The Reds, scoring five goals in 2024-25 season. Earlier, Mac Allister was named the Premier League Player of the Month for April, winning the award for the first time. He scored twice and registered one assist in five matches last month, helping The Reds seal the Premier League title, their second.
