Liverpool fans, get ready to breathe a collective sigh of relief—there's a major injury boost on the horizon ahead of Friday night's clash with Aston Villa. According to Brazilian journalist Cahê Mota, star goalkeeper Alisson Becker could be back in the squad for the trip to Villa Park, marking a potential end to his two-month absence due to a hamstring problem.

The 33-year-old shot-stopper has been sidelined since February, with Giorgi Mamardashvili and Freddie Woodman stepping in to cover between the posts. While Alisson initially targeted a return for the Manchester United fixture earlier this month, that timeline proved too optimistic. However, Mota reports that the Brazilian FA has received information suggesting the Reds' number one is finally closing in on a comeback.

If Alisson isn't deemed 100% ready for the Villa match, Liverpool's coaching staff may take a cautious approach. But there's a strong belief he'll be fit to feature against Brentford on the final day of the season at the very least. The news gets even better: Mota confirmed on X that Alisson has been included in Brazil's preliminary squad for next month's World Cup, signaling his recovery is on track.

The Friday night kick-off shortens Alisson's recovery window, but the signs are promising. His return would be a massive lift for a Liverpool side navigating a busy schedule and ongoing transfer rumors linking him with a summer move to Juventus. For now, though, the focus is on getting back on the pitch—and possibly in time to make a difference in the season's final stretch.