Following Liverpool's 4-0 Champions League triumph over Galatasaray, confidence has returned to Anfield. However, there's no time to relax as the Reds gear up for their resumption of Premier League duties at Brighton on Saturday.
Nearly exactly one month has elapsed since Liverpool last secured an away win in the league. And the onus is on Arne Slot's team to break that barren run as they seek to salvage a top-four finish and secure qualification for next season's Champions League.
Galatasaray may now be behind them, but one incident risks having prolonged consequences far beyond Wednesday's encounter. The ECHO examines the latest fallout from the European showdown and more in the latest headlines.
There isn't a Liverpool supporter out there who won't feel some disappointment over how Alexander Isak's debut campaign as a Red has unfolded. However, the Sweden international could still play a part in transforming the season into a triumph as he approaches a comeback from injury.
The former Newcastle talisman has been out of action since suffering a fractured fibula in December. However, the Daily Mail has reported he's aiming to return to play in early April after already increasing his training workload.
Recent images have shown Isak running on grass and reintegrating into the squad. However, it's not anticipated the forward will be fully fit until the beginning of next season.
Liverpool have reportedly been in touch with Sweden manager Graham Potter regarding their forthcoming World Cup play-off against Ukraine. Isak will not participate in that match as he focuses on his recovery, though it could result in a hectic summer if Potter's side qualify without him.
Noa Lang's bizarre Anfield injury doesn't look as though it will disappear anytime soon as Galatasaray suggest they'll pursue legal action regarding the incident. Dutch winger Lang suffered a serious cut to his finger after trapping it between two advertising boards and stayed in Liverpool to receive surgery.
The forward shared an update on Instagram, confirming his operation was successful as he stated: "S*** happens." However, it appears his club have adopted a less sympathetic stance as they pursue compensation.
Galatasaray's position seems to be that they will now be without one of their players due to the conditions at Anfield. And a club official indicated they anticipate financial compensation to cover the period during which Lang will be unavailable.
Liverpool have reached the UEFA Champions League round of 16 where they face Galatasaray on March 18. Fans can watch the game on the TNT Sports Prime Video channel.
"We made a complaint to UEFA representatives after the match. They also made their investigations," said Galatasaray general secretary Eray Yazga while speaking to HTSpor following the fixture. "UEFA will evaluate the issue.
"We are in talks with lawyers. We will file a lawsuit for compensation to UEFA. We will ask for our victimisation in terms of salary to be eliminated."
Having been eliminated from Europe, it seems the Super Lig heavyweights are determined to ensure justice is served from their perspective. And should UEFA not deem itself liable for any costs, Liverpool may have to foot the bill themselves if a court rules in Gala's favour.
