Fenerbahce's Mason Greenwood expected to return for Liverpool clash

Fenerbahce winger Mason Greenwood is expected to return to action against Liverpool in the UEFA Champions League on Wednesday after recovering from a severe flu infection that kept him out of the team's recent match against Goztepe.

According to Turkish news outlet T24, the English footballer took part in Fenerbahce's team training session on Monday, raising expectations that he will be available for the upcoming European fixture.

Fenerbahce’s new signing Mason Greenwood trains with his teammates at the Can Bartu Training Facilities ahead of the UEFA Champions League qualifier against Gornik Zabrze, Istanbul, Türkiye, July 20, 2026. (AA Photo)

Greenwood rejoins training after missing Goztepe match

Greenwood had been training separately from the rest of the squad after coming down with a severe flu infection, which also ruled him out of Fenerbahce's matchday squad against Goztepe.

However, his return to full-team training on Monday marked a positive development as the Istanbul club stepped up preparations for its Champions League encounter with Liverpool.

Mason Greenwood (11) of Fenerbahce in action against Salih Ozcan (6) of Besiktas during the Turkish Super Lig week 4 derby match between Fenerbahce and Besiktas at Chobani Stadium in Istanbul, Türkiye, on September 5, 2026. (AA Photo)

Fenerbahce prepares for crucial Champions League fixture

With Fenerbahce set to take on Liverpool on Wednesday, Greenwood is now expected to feature in the match after rejoining his teammates.

His anticipated return comes as Fenerbahce focuses on its upcoming European challenge, although his participation has not yet been officially confirmed.

November 03, 2026 10:14 AM GMT+03:00