Arne Slot is hopeful Hugo Ekitike will be fit for Liverpool's FA Cup clash with BarnsleyArne Slot has promised that Liverpool "will do everything" to get Hugo Ekitike match-ready for Monday night's FA Cup clash with Barnsley at Anfield. The Reds manager has also suggested that Federico Chiesa could return to the starting XI for the third-round encounter. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT "Alex is not going to be back yet and Mo plays tomorrow." Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT On Danns, Slot added: "Danns is not fit enough, he is not even training. Ekitike missed Liverpool's recent games against Fulham and Arsenal

Source: Express January 11, 2026 14:05 UTC