Speaking ahead of the game, Slot provided an update on Gakpo's status, saying that he will be out for several weeks after picking up the injury during a match against Leeds.

Slot also mentioned that teammate Federico Chiesa is currently ill, but did not mention it as a factor in Gakpo's absence.

Slot's comments suggest that Gakpo's recovery is not expected to be rapid, but he did not rule out the possibility of an unexpected improvement.