Right-back crisis, Jeremie Frimpong’s latest injury, Liverpool’s suspension list, and their return dates for the match against Newcastle United

Right-back crisis, Jeremie Frimpong’s latest injury, Liverpool’s suspension list, and their return dates for the match against Newcastle United

Frimpong fret: Liverpool's injury, suspension list vs. Newcastle

On Monday, Liverpool will play Newcastle United at St. James’ Park in their second Premier League match.

After his team’s 4-2 victory over Bournemouth on August 15, manager Arne Slot will be hoping that his team can win two straight games.

The Reds may have a right-back crisis, but they will be able to welcome defensive midfielder Ryan Gravenberch back into the starting lineup following his suspension.

The most recent injury and suspension updates for Liverpool are compiled here in advance of their matchup with Newcastle United at St. James’ Park.

Liverpool's Jeremie Frimpong pictured on August 15, 2025Jeremie Frimpong

Condition: Injured

Injury type: hamstring

Date of return: late September

Due to a hamstring injury, Jeremie Frimpong, who was substituted against Bournemouth just before the hour mark, will not be able to play until after the September international break.

Liverpool's Conor Bradley goes down injured on February 19, 2025Conor Bradley

Condition: Uncertain

Injury type: Match fitness

Date of return: Unknown

Although the Northern Irishman was unable to participate in a full session of team training on Thursday, Conor Bradley made a comeback, and the right-back is in a race against time to be fit for Monday.

Liverpool defender Joe Gomez in December 2024.Joe Gomez

Condition: Uncertain

Injury type: Match fitness

Date of return: Unknown

Due to an Achilles injury, Joe Gomez missed a significant portion of the Reds’ preseason. Despite being substituted against Bournemouth, the defender missed three days of training in a row following the team’s victory over the Cherries.

Liverpool’s list of suspensions
No players have been suspended for Liverpool’s match against Newcastle United in the Premier League.