Liverpool right-back Conor Bradley has successfully undergone knee surgery after sustaining a season-ending injury against Arsenal last week. The incident occurred in the dying minutes of the game, with Bradley being stretchered off after an awkward clearance near the touchline.
Gabriel Martinelli, the Arsenal forward, was involved in a controversial moment as he attempted to push Bradley off the pitch and even bounced the ball off the injured player. However, Martinelli has since apologized for his actions, and Liverpool manager Arne Slot has acknowledged the heat of the moment.
In an Instagram post, Bradley confirmed the success of his surgery, which will unfortunately keep him out until the 2026-27 season. Despite the setback, Bradley is determined to make a strong comeback for both Liverpool and Northern Ireland.
Bradley will miss Northern Ireland’s World Cup 2026 play-off semi-final against Italy, with the winner set to face either Wales or Bosnia and Herzegovina in the final. The 22-year-old has been a key player for Liverpool this season, making 21 appearances in all competitions.
Liverpool currently sit fourth in the Premier League standings and will face Burnley this weekend. The Reds have a strong record against Burnley at home, having lost just one of their nine Premier League encounters. On the other hand, Burnley is without a league win in their last 12 matches, making them the underdogs in this upcoming clash.
