Liverpool prodigy Stefan Bajcetic is set to miss the season’s first match as he still hasn’t fully recovered from his injury. Liverpool will face Preston in a friendly. The match against the English second division club marks Liverpool’s start of the pre-season campaign. It was Jurgen Klopp who brought the Spanish lad to Liverpool. But he hasn’t yet solidified his place in the main team. For the last couple of seasons, he has spent his career as a loanee. He finally came back to Liverpool ahead of this season. But he hasn’t managed to fully recover from the hamstring injury.
All You Need to Know About Stefan Bajcetic
Stefan Bajcetic began his professional football career at Spanish club Celta Vigo. While playing at the youth level, Jurgen Klopp didn’t hesitate to add him to the Liverpool youth team during the 2020-21 season. The Spanish defensive midfielder gradually made improvements. In the very next season, he was in the Liverpool U-18 team. Under Klopp’s guidance, Bajcetic’s constant growth was something to notice. He didn’t take much time and made his way to the main Liverpool team. He has played 22 matches so far for Liverpool. Bajcetic has 1 goal in his name. But under new manager Arne Slot, he lost his place. Although he is still a 20-year-old boy, he is ready to play in the top division. First, Liverpool loaned out Stefan Bajcetic to the Austrian club RB Salzburg. But Bajcetic didn’t get comfortable there. He came back to Liverpool only to join UD Las Palmas on loan again. But this time, Bajcetic clicked himself. At Las Palmas, Bajcetic did some serious balling. He took part in 14 La Liga matches this season, and he has bagged 1 goal also. Everyone expects him to be a future prospect of Liverpool. After a fruitful loan spell in Spain, Bajcetic came back to Anfield after the end of the season.
Is the future of Bajcetic Secured at Liverpool?
The best thing about Stefan Bajcetic is that he can play in multiple positions. The number 43 of Liverpool is comfortable to play as a central midfielder also. His versatility doesn’t stop here. If needed, Bajcetic can also operate as a makeshift centre-back for his team. Coming from a football family, Bajcetic surely adds depth to the Liverpool squad. Although he hasn’t yet gained trust from Arne Slot. Now, this can be his year to shine. After remaining unsettled for a year and a half, Stefan Bajcetic wants to take the next step in his career. He believes that he has a lot to offer. But the situation of his game time doesn’t change this season, Bajcetic will want to move on from the Merseyside club. He was supposed to play against Preston, but a past hamstring injury has come back. It remains to be observed how long he is going to take for his return. A player who is aiming for a breakthrough season, this unfortunate injury concern surely puts him in a tricky circumstance. If he fails to deliver, Liverpool are open to sell him at a reasonable price.
Liverpool Will Honour the Jota Brothers Against Preston
The past couple of days were tough for Liverpool. After the tragic death of Diogo Jota along with his younger brother Andre, Liverpool players were in shock. The players recently gathered around the Anfield. But the show must go on. Florian Wirtz and Jeremy Frimpong have joined the pre-season camp. The players are also trying to adapt fast. However, it has been confirmed by the club that, before the start of the match against Preston, both clubs will pay tributes to the Jota brothers.
Author’s Note on Stefan Bajcetic
Injury concerns are a part of the game. But it also poses problems to a professional footballer. In the case of Stefan Bajcetic, the situation is tough. The player is trying his best to get back as soon as possible. Bajcetic must play some matches in this pre-season to impress head coach Arne Slot. As of now, Stefan Bajcetic is focusing on his return. Once considered ‘exceptional’ by Klopp, Stefan Bajcetic has to prove himself.
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