The Independent · October 27, 2026

Florian Wirtz faces Liverpool fitness race as he battles ankle injury

Bayer Leverkusen's Florian Wirtz is facing a fitness battle against an ankle injury and is in doubt for the midweek Carabao Cup match against Chelsea. The winger's availability will be assessed ahead of the fixture as Leverkusen manages his recovery.

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Florian Wirtz faces Liverpool fitness race as he battles ankle injury

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