Alison recently missed the first leg of the UEFA Champions League round of 16 match against Galatasaray in Istanbul with what was described as a minor muscle issue, but he returned for both the Premier League games with Tottenham Hotspur and the 4-0 second leg victory over the Turkish side at Anfield on Wednesday. But the goalkeeper was absent from the squad that travelled to the south coast on Friday.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Alisson shared the update on his recovery through an Instagram story where the Brazilian star thanked the fans for the support but also indicated a long rest time.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"Unfortunately, I'll be out of action for a while. Already working hard to be back stronger. Thank you for the support,\" he wrote in an Instagram story.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
This is the second blow to the Reds ahead of their important match, as earlier Mohammad Salah was also ruled out due to a muscle injury.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"Unfortunately, I'll be out of action for a while. Already working hard to be back stronger. Thank you for the support,\" he wrote in an Instagram story.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Liverpool head into the Brighton match in fifth place in the Premier League standings, as they continue their push for a top-four finish, which will confirm their slot for the UEFA Champions League 2026-27. They are currently two points behind fourth-placed Aston Villa and five points adrift of Manchester United, who sit in third.<\/p>\r\n\r\n