Liverpool have received encouraging injury news ahead of their Premier League showdown with Arsenal on Sunday, November 1, 2026, with Dominik Szoboszlai and Victor Munoz both still in contention to feature.
Head coach Andoni Iraola has refused to rule either player out, although he admitted that their availability remains uncertain as they continue their recovery from injuries.
Szoboszlai dealing with a hamstring problem
Szoboszlai has struggled with a recurring hamstring issue that has disrupted his involvement in recent matches.
The Hungarian midfielder last featured in Liverpool’s 2-1 victory over Brentford on October 17, when the problem forced him off. He subsequently missed the team’s games against Villarreal, Brighton and Chelsea.
His possible return would give Liverpool another midfield option, particularly with the team preparing to face one of the strongest sides in the Premier League. However, the club must be careful not to rush him back before he is fully ready.
Munoz also in contention
Victor Munoz is another player whose fitness will be closely monitored before Sunday’s match.
The winger picked up a knee injury during the Brentford game and has missed Liverpool’s subsequent fixtures against Villarreal, Brighton and Chelsea.
Although his injury has kept him out of action, Iraola’s latest comments suggest that a return remains possible. The coaching staff will need to assess his condition before deciding whether he can feature against Arsenal.
What Iraola said about their fitness
Speaking ahead of the Arsenal match, Iraola was asked whether the two players had a chance of being available.
He responded cautiously, explaining that both remained possibilities but that he could not yet confirm whether either would be involved.
The Liverpool boss indicated that there was still time for the pair to prove their fitness before the final decision was made.
Liverpool face a major test against Arsenal
Liverpool head into the weekend fixture after beating Chelsea on penalties in the Carabao Cup, extending their winning run to five matches across all competitions.
The Reds will now turn their attention to Arsenal, with a victory offering an opportunity to close the gap on the league leaders.
Iraola has warned that Arsenal will present a difficult challenge, praising their quality, organisation and understanding on the pitch. He believes Liverpool must compete strongly in individual duels, aerial battles and set-piece situations if they want to secure the three points.
Despite his team’s recent results, he has also stressed that Liverpool still have areas to improve and that it is too early to make firm predictions about the title race.
Will Szoboszlai and Munoz play against Arsenal?
For now, both players remain doubts rather than confirmed returnees. Their fitness will need to be assessed before the team is finalised.
If they recover in time, their availability could provide Liverpool with valuable additional options. However, supporters will have to wait for further confirmation before knowing whether either player will start or make the matchday squad.
