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Slot Addresses Gomez's Absence Amid Defensive Struggles

11/28/2025

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Liverpool manager Arne Slot explained Joe Gomez has been absent from recent matches despite ongoing right-back issues.
Gomez has been on the bench, and Slot hopes Florian Wirtz returns for the upcoming match against West Ham United.
Slot cited concerns over Ibrahima Konate's fitness and said starting Gomez midweek was avoided to prevent two potentially unfit defenders, underscoring Liverpool's defensive challenges.

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Liverpool manager Arne Slot explained Joe Gomez has been absent from recent matches despite ongoing right-back issues.
Gomez has been on the bench, and Slot hopes Florian Wirtz returns for the upcoming match against West Ham United.
Slot cited concerns over Ibrahima Konate's fitness and said starting Gomez midweek was avoided to prevent two potentially unfit defenders, underscoring Liverpool's defensive challenges.