Alisson Becker has been included in Brazil’s provisional squad for the upcoming World Cup in North America.
The 33-year-old has been a notable absentee for the Reds in recent weeks, missing the last nine fixtures due to a recurring hamstring injury.
His absence has coincided with a difficult run of form for Arne Slot’s side, who are still fighting to secure their place in next season’s Champions League.
The news from the Brazil camp suggests that the medical staff in South America are confident in the goalkeeper’s recovery timeline.
Liverpool had originally hoped Alisson would be back in action by late April, but his rehabilitation has taken longer than expected.
During his time on the sidelines, the club has relied on Giorgi Mamardashvili and Freddie Woodman to fill the void, though the lack of Alisson’s veteran presence at the back has been felt during recent disappointing results against Manchester United and Chelsea.
With only two games remaining in the Premier League campaign, Slot is desperate to have his number one back between the posts.
Liverpool currently sit in fourth place and require three more points to mathematically guarantee a top five finish and a return to Europe’s elite competition.
The Reds travel to face Aston Villa on Friday night before concluding their season at home to Brentford.
While it remains to be seen if Alisson will be risked for the trip to Villa Park, his inclusion in the international setup indicates that his return to first team training is imminent.
His presence would provide a much-needed lift to a squad that has looked vulnerable in recent weeks as they look to end a challenging season on a positive note.
