Diogo Jota Set for Post-Break Return

Liverpool head coach Arne Slot has indicated that Diogo Jota may return to action one or two weeks after the international break, following a rib injury sustained during a 2-1 victory over Chelsea. Jota has missed five matches, including the UEFA Champions League win against Bayer Leverkusen, and will miss the upcoming clash with Aston Villa. Slot has mentioned that Jota's rehabilitation is progressing well, and his return is anticipated before the month's end, potentially affecting important fixtures against Real Madrid and Manchester City. Meanwhile, Luis Diaz has impressed in Jota’s absence, scoring a hat-trick against Bayer Leverkusen, while Curtis Jones has shown remarkable form, earning an England national team call-up. Arne Slot, who has enjoyed a successful start to his tenure, also highlighted the strategic approach against Villa, noting that Unai Emery's setup is unlikely to change significantly. Liverpool aims to maintain their strong standing in both the Premier League and Champions League as they face Aston Villa this weekend.