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REDS STAR CONFIRMS RECOVERY PROGRESS, HANDS SLOT TIMELY INJURY BOOST

Liverpool receives a boost as Ryan Gravenberch declares himself fit to face Aston Villa. The midfielder has returned to training after a twisted ankle, providing a timely return for the struggling Reds as they look to end a poor run of form.

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Ryan Gravenberch announces comeback date publicly - (Image: Getty Images)

After announcing his fitness to play against Aston Villa on Saturday, Ryan Gravenberch has given Liverpool an injury boost. After sustaining a twisted ankle against Manchester United, the Netherlands international has missed the Reds' last three games.

After confronting Bryan Mbuemo early in the second half, the 23-year-old encountered the problem. And even though he made an effort to play at first, he was eventually dismissed just after the hour.

Since then, the midfield player has missed Liverpool's wins over Eintracht Frankfurt as well as their losses to Crystal Palace and Brentford. However, after returning to training on Thursday, Arne Slot stated in his pregame press conference on Friday morning that his fellow Dutchman was in the running to make a comeback versus Villa.

"Alexander Isak and Curtis Jones have not yet trained, but Ryan did yesterday," he stated. As I have stated numerous times, the latter stages of an injury might proceed more slowly or more quickly. Let us wait to find out their location.

"Ryan trained with us today and yesterday, and we will call him to see if he can get started. 99.9% of the other two are not on the team.

Gravenberch is also eager to get back into action after surviving training on Friday.

"Yes, indeed. When asked by club media if he could play against Villa, he responded, "I feel pretty confident." "I had a session yesterday and today as well. I shall be there tomorrow if all goes well.

The Dutchman's availability helps support Slot's numbers because Jones is doubtful due to injury, and Alexis Mac Allister is currently recovering from a long-term ailment.

However, Gravenberch's comeback is also a welcome boost for Liverpool, who are trying to snap a miserable run that has seen them lose six of their previous seven games in all competitions and four of their last Premier League games. It should come as no surprise that the midfield player is eager to assist the Reds in turning around, beginning on Saturday against Villa.

BAYERN SPORTING CHIEF MAX EBERL BRUSHES OFF ONGOING CONCERNS OVER SQUAD SIZE

Bayern Munich's Max Eberl defends his squad strategy, dismissing burnout fears. He emphasises a smaller, injury-resilient roster and creating a pathway for youth talent as key to the club's philosophy.

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Eberl stands firm on Bayern squad strength - Photo: Getty Images

Max Eberl, the sports board member for Bayern Munich, has had his work somewhat called into question following a somewhat rocky transfer window last summer. There have been rumours that his position has been in jeopardy because of the challenging task of putting together a competitive squad while also lowering the team's overall wage bills. The size of the roster has drawn criticism from both fans and critics due to the high expectations of a top-tier team like Bayern, particularly in the Champions League, and concerns about a potential burnout in the final weeks of the season.

Max Eberl, however, rejected this idea.

"I do not understand this argument. When long-term injured players Alphonso Davies, Jamal Musiala, and Hiroki Itō return, our group will be slightly smaller at 25, but it will still be highly capable, Eberl told 11FREUNDE. We began the season with 22 players.

Eberl also talked about how the squad preparation process entailed looking at the players' injury histories, since the team's efforts had frequently been hindered by injuries in previous seasons: We also carefully considered our new players' injury histories during scouting. If some members of a large squad are continuously in rehab, what good is it?

Eberl concluded by underscoring Bayern's intention to allow young players to establish themselves in the starting lineup. Additionally, we wanted to create room for younger players. "Our club's philosophy is to succeed while incorporating young players," he said in closing.

BARCELONA COULD DEPLOY STAR IN SURPRISING NEW ROLE

With Pedri injured and Gavi out long-term, Barcelona coach Hansi Flick may deploy defender Eric García in a defensive midfield role. The Spaniard has played in midfield before, offering a creative solution.

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Barcelona star eyed in new position after Pedri sidelined - Photo Credit: EFE

After Blaugrana teammate Pedri's injury, Barcelona star Eric García might be moved back into the middle of the park.

Naturally, Spanish international Pedri just received a sentence that will keep him out of action for a while.

Earlier this week, following a series of standard medical examinations, a severe hamstring injury was found.

As a result, Pedri can be on the treatment table for up to two months.

After Gavi's most recent long-term setback, Hansi Flick may already be lacking choices in the midfield and will need to find innovative ways to bolster his engine room in the coming months.

A change of role for Eric García is one such proposal that has been suggested again in recent days.

Eric, a defender, has previously made several appearances on the field in a defensive midfield position.

It is hardly impossible that the former Manchester City player may soon be put to the test further forward after having such a strong start to the season, starting at both right-back and centre-back.

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