Liverpool defender Mamadou Sakho, sidelined from Premier League action due to a hamstring injury since December, is edging closer to a return to the pitch. The French-Senegalese center-back has resumed training and could be in contention for Liverpool’s upcoming match.
However, the final decision regarding Sakho’s availability will be made by Liverpool’s medical staff ahead of their clash against Southampton this Saturday, corresponding to the 28th round of fixtures. Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers commented on Sakho’s progress, stating that he has trained well throughout the week. Still, they will assess whether it’s too early for him to make his comeback this weekend.
Sakho’s potential return is not only welcomed news for Liverpool, which has been facing defensive issues in recent weeks but also for the French national team. Despite his injury layoff, Sakho has been included in Didier Deschamps’ squad of 24 players for the upcoming friendly matches against the Netherlands and Jamaica. This timely return would be significant for the player, who honed his skills at Paris Saint-Germain before moving to Liverpool.
