Ekitike’s injury disrupted Liverpool’s plans
Liverpool forward Hugo Ekitiké suffered a severe Achilles tendon rupture during a Champions League quarter-final match against PSG, forcing him to leave the pitch early. According to *L'Équipe*, the 23-year-old faces a recovery period of approximately nine months, effectively ending his season and jeopardizing his participation in the 2026 World Cup. This is a significant blow for Liverpool, who signed the prolific striker from Eintracht Frankfurt for €95 million in the summer of 2025.
Liverpool forward Hugo Ekitike suffered a serious injury in the second leg of the UEFA Champions League quarter-final against PSG and was forced to leave the field early.
The footballer was substituted already in the first half, and Mohamed Salah came on in his place. This situation seriously affected the team’s plans and changed the dynamics of the match.
According to L'Équipe, the 23-year-old French striker has been diagnosed with a ruptured Achilles tendon. The recovery process may take approximately 9 months, which will sideline him for a long period.
This injury not only puts an end to the current season but also rules out his participation in the FIFA World Cup 2026. Thus, for Ekitike, the dream of playing in a major international tournament is likely to remain unfulfilled.
This season, the forward played 45 matches and scored 17 goals. It is noted that his consistent form brought important results to the team.
In turn, Liverpool signed the player in the summer of 2025 from Eintracht Frankfurt for 95 million euros. Now, the club faces a difficult task of finding a replacement.
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