Impact Bajcetic makes the bench after a month and getting some run with the youth team following a calf injury. He made his lone seasonal appearance back in September.
APRIL 27 • ROTOWIRE
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Bench option versus West Ham Bajcetic (calf) is available for Saturday's match against West Ham.
Plays again with U21s Bajcetic (calf) featured for 45 minutes with the U21s on Monday, according to the club.
Impact Bajcetic continues to ramp up his fitness as he works on a return, now playing with the U21s for the second time in the past two weeks. The midfielder ended up starting and getting 45 minutes of play, still being limited with his time as he isn't fully healthy. However, this brings even more confidence that his return is on the horizon, as he looks to be back with the first team before they finish off the final five games of the season.
APRIL 23 • ROTOWIRE
Set for time with U21s Bajcetic (calf) is set to get time with the U21s before returning to the first team, as manager Jurgen Klopp told reporters, "Stefan is different a little bit because he was out fo...
Impact Bajcetic seems to be closing in on a return but won't be making it with the first team, as he is set for a game with the U21s before getting back to Premier League play. This comes after the midfielder has not taken the field since Sept. 21 due to his injuries, with that being his only appearance due to the short-lived time being healthy. He will now continue to eye a return to the first team over the next week or two, just hoping to get another chance on the field before the end of the season.
APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE
Nearing return Bajcetic (calf) will join team training within two weeks, Manager Jurgen Klopp announced Friday."He is now in partial training with the U21s and he will be in full training with th...
Impact Bajcetic has missed the majority of the season with a calf injury that has seemingly plagued him consistently. The defensive midfielder won't be rushed back as he is still seen as one for the future more than anything else. Bajcetic likely will only play a bench role even when fully fit.
MARCH 29 • ROTOWIRE
Should return to training soon Bajcetic (calf) could return to group training after the international break, manager Jurgen Klopp told media Friday. "He is much better, he is in a much better place now. He had a...
Impact Bajcetic has missed most of the season with injuries, and while Klopp didn't give a timeline for his return to action, having him back in training after the international break is certainly a step in the right direction for the midfielder. Bajcetic has been limited to just one appearance, and 61 total minutes, between the Premier League and the UEFA Europa League this term.
MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE
Close to return Bajcetic (calf) is nearing a return to play, as manager Jurgen Klopp announced, "He's obviously gaining fitness now... he didn't get green light yet for us for the team training. H...
Impact Bajcetic seems to be heading in the right direction in his recovery, being very close to a return after it was announced he is pain-free at the moment. It is unclear if he has begun to train with the group or not, as that would cement his place for an appearance back on the field soon. With the midfielder expected to return in about three weeks, he may say an earlier addition than was thought, although that will ultimately depend on if he can reach full fitness while working with the group within the next two weeks.
FEBRUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE
Remains at least a month out Bajcetic (calf) will not be in January after assistant manager Pepijn Lijnders told reporters Tuesday, "They will not be ready for the end of this month. It will probably be going...
Impact Bajcetic has made just one appearance this season back in September when he logged just 61 minutes before being forced off with his injury. Prior to that outing, the midfielder was an unused substitute for four straight matches, so he will be hard-pressed to break into the starting XI even once cleared to play.
JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE
Return date still up in the air Bajcetic (calf) continues to work on his rehabilitation, but a return date for the player is still unsure, according to manager Jurgen Klopp. "With Stefan, if you ask Stefan how he...
Impact Bajcetic is continuing to recover from his calf injury but still seems to be a bit away from a return, as he is still going in and out of team training sessions, according to manager Jurgen Klopp. Both the club and player will hope for a speedy advancement in his rehabilitation, with the midfielder only playing once all season, starting and playing 61 minutes in the club's opening UEL match on Sept. 21. He hasn't been required yet, as the midfielder continues to remain mostly healthy, but his return will still be highly anticipated, with him being viewed as an option for the future.
DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
No timeline for return Bajcetic (calf) has no specific timeline for his return, according to manager Jurgen Klopp. "No, we don't know [when he will be back]. With Stefan it's, again, one of these things....
Impact Bajcetic is still recovering from a calf injury and seemingly won't be rushed back. With the other options in the starting XI Bajcetic hasn't been required as he was in 2022/23. Still the defensive midfielder and back up right-back is considered a top option for the future when fully fit once more, though that may not come until after the international break.
NOVEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Yet to resume training Bajcetic (calf) is still not training with the squad with manager Jurgen Klopp telling reporters Wednesday, "No, not in team training."
Impact Bajcetic's continued absence from training indicates he won't be back in action in the short term and could even be looking at being out through the November international break, though the club hasn't provided a specific recovery timeline. Even once cleared to play, the midfielder will likely be hard-pressed to break into the starting XI considering he was an unused substitute four times and has made just one appearance.
OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Out versus Everton Bajcetic (calf) isn't an option for Saturday's derby with Everton.
Impact Bajcetic will remain sidelined through the break after missing the last four matches, leaving Liverpool a little short-handed in the midfield.
OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Hopeful to return during break Bajcetic continues to battle a calf injury, according to manager Jurgen Klopp. "It's as annoying as it is for [Stefan] Bajcetic, who was there, played a few minutes and then played...
Impact Bajcetic suffered the calf issue two weeks ago in the opening UEL match and hasn't appeared since. Calf injuries are tricky and there's no guarantee he'll be ready to play after the break, but that'll be the goal for him having already missed the majority of the season due to his prior groin injury.
OCTOBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Still out Thursday Bajcetic (calf) will remain unavailable versus Union SG on Thursday.
Impact With his absence Thursday, Bajcetic should be considered a doubt ahead of Sunday's clash with Brighton. Even once cleared to play, the midfielder is far from a lock for the starting XI considering he had made just one appearance this season and was an unused substitute four times.
OCTOBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Out against Spurs Bajcetic (calf) will miss Saturday's clash with Spurs after picking up a calf injury, manager Jurgen Klopp announced. "Stefan had a little, little setback. The problem with Stefan...
Impact Bajcetic's injury woes continue in an incredibly disappointing twist for the young midfielder. The only silver lining is that he wasn't likely to see much Premier League action either way. The first chance for Bajcetic to return from this injury will be a Thursday clash with Royale Union Saint-Gilloise.
SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Starts at right-back Bajcetic started at right-back and created two chances during Thursday's 3-1 win over LASK.
Impact Bajcetic got his first minutes with the senior team during Thursday's 3-1 win, starting at right-back. It's not his natural role but with Trent Alexander-Arnold (hamstring) out and Joe Gomez getting some rest it was the young Bajcetic who got the start. With the variety of additions Liverpool made in the Summer Bajcetic will likely see fewer first team chances in 2023/24.
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Gets run with Spain U21s Bajcetic trained and appeared off the bench in a match for the Spain U21s during the international break.
Impact It's a good sign for Bajcetic, who should be fairly healthy having been back training and in the squad for more than a couple weeks. He fell into a key role last season out of necessity prior to injury, but now that he's healthy with a bunch of new signings, it's unknown what kind of role he'll have for the Reds this season.
SEPTEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Makes bench Saturday Bajcetic (groin) is on the bench for Saturday's game against Bournemouth.
Impact This is a surprising turn of events, as manager Jurgen Klopp said Friday that Bajcetic was "really close, but not there yet" when it comes to his availability to face the Cherries. The young midfielder might see minutes if needed, but expect the coaching staff to try and avoid risks with him considering he hasn't played since March.
AUGUST 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Closer to returning Bajcetic (groin) is closer to making a return, but will not be an option for Saturday's clash against Bournemouth. "Stefan Bajcetic, really close but not there yet. Obviously we re...
Impact Bajcetic could see action as soon as Aug 27 against Newcastle United as he is inching closer to a return to the squad. He underwent groin surgery in March, starting just six times in 11 appearances last season. The midfielder could see limited time on the pitch when he returns until he regains full fitness.
AUGUST 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Not ready for Sunday Bajcetic is not in the match day squad to face Chelsea on Sunday.
Impact Bajcetic misses out on Sunday's match as he continues to recover from a groin injury. The midfielder was seen in training during the buildup to the match, so he could return as soon as next week against Bournemouth.
AUGUST 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Spotted in training Bajcetic (groin) was pictured in training Wednesday ahead of Sunday's trip to Chelsea.
Impact Bajcetic took part in training Wednesday after sitting on the sideline throughout pre-season. With no participation in friendlies it's more likely than not that Bajcetic is not going to be fit before Sunday's trip to Chelsea. Still the defensive midfielder impressed in 2022-23 and could be in line for an ever-increasing role when fit.
AUGUST 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Liverpool's midfield rebuild: Could an expanded role await Harvey Elliott, Curtis Jones or Stefan Bajcetic? | PFF News & Analysis | PFF A look at the performance of Liverpool's young trio in the Premier League last season
JUNE 29, 2023 • PFF.COM
Hopeful for pre-season camp Bajcetic (groin) continues to work on his recovery and manager Jurgen Klopp is hopeful he'll be ready for pre-season training. "There's no real timeline that you say after six week...
Impact Bajcetic still has more than a month before pre-season camp, so he should be near full strength and ready to go once that starts up. He had surgery about two months ago and is still in the early stages of recovery, so he's on the correct timeline. If all goes well, he'll be able to work up his fitness in the pre-season with his teammates.
MAY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Injury rules Liverpool player Bajcetic out for the season
Stefan Bajcetic will miss the rest of the season because of injuryMARCH 16, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Stefan Bajcetic: Liverpool midfielder reveals he will miss rest of breakout season with injury Stefan Bajcetic has enjoyed a breakout season in 2022/23 but will miss the rest of the campaign due to injury; Liverpool exited the Champion...
MARCH 16, 2023 • SKY.COM
Suffers season ending injury Bajcetic announced on his social media that he will miss the remainder of the season with an adductor injury, "Unfortunately I've picked up an injury that will keep me out until th...
Impact Bajcetic will be sidelined for the rest of the season after suffering a serious adductor injury. The midfielder had made seven starts in 15 appearances in all competitions this campaign, totaling one goal with 15 tackles (10 won) and 10 interceptions in that span. This injury could not come at a worst time with the team fighting for a top four spot in the Premier League. He will join Luiz Diaz and Thiago Alacantara as big midfielders out on injuries, with Fabinho, Cody Gakpo and James Milner expected to run the center of the midfield for the remaining of the year.
MARCH 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
