This weekend Liverpool will start the Premier League collision with Crystal Palace without Hugo Ekitike, with Arne Slot who confirms the attacker, apologized for his teammates after an unnecessary red card in Midweek.
Arne Slot on the red card of Ekitike
The French striker came from the bank against Southampton in the Carabao Cup and went from Match winner to liability in the room of seconds.
He was shown two yellow – the first for praising the ball away and the second after he had broken off his shirt in celebration.
Lock did not stop after the game (via Liverpoolfc.com), describing the actions as “stupid” and questioning the decision -making of his summer drawing of £ 69 million.
Speaking again in the AXA Training Center on Friday (via Liverpool FC on YouTube), The 47-year-old confirmed that there would be no financial punishment for number 22, but emphasized the importance of learning from the moment.
“It wasn’t very smart what he did,” Said our boss. “He immediately recognized that himself, so he immediately said sorry to his teammates.
“He is young. Players of all ages make mistakes and that is what he did in this situation.”
There has been a public apology on social media from the striker and it is good to hear that the same message has been sent to teammates and the coaching staff.
The Dutchman also emphasized the character of the former Eintracht Frankfurt Vooruit and described him as one of the most experienced and warm individuals around the training ground.
There had been rumors that a fine was spent on Ekitike after his actions, but it seems that the strict story has been considered enough for the time being as a punishment.
Chiesa -opportunity while Ekitike has been suspended
The red card means that Ekitike will not be available for the Palace collision, and it could open the door for Federico Chiesa to continue its promising form.
Slot emphasized the growing influence of the Italian, which suggests that this could be a moment for him to use his claim.
The injury of Giovanni Leoni has now opened the door for his countryman to take his place in the Champions League team, after the scorching happiness of the defender with an ACL tear on his debut.
The revival of Chiesa in Liverpool is proof of his performance and professionalism, when he steps against Palace, Ekitike can only blame the Italian to allow a place in the team.
Slot, however, summarized the best: mistakes happen, but with Anfield it is expected that players will learn quickly. For Ekitike this is now a test of discipline as much as the power.
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