Bradley (knee) is unlikely to return to action before the end of 2026 as he continues his recovery from surgery, according to Northern Ireland head coach Michael O'Neill, per Liverpool Echo. "He's making good progress. It has to be managed very, very carefully, an injury of that nature. If we see him this side of Christmas, it will be a real bonus, but if not then we look forward to March."
Analysis:Bradley continues to make progress in his recovery from the serious knee injury that required surgery in January, but he remains some way from returning to full team training. Given the significant bone and ligament damage involved, Liverpool are expected to remain cautious with his rehabilitation. A return before the end of 2026 now appears unlikely, with early 2027 emerging as a more realistic target for his competitive comeback.
