Liverpool injury update and expected return dates after fresh Arne Slot blow
Liverpool injury update and expected return dates after fresh Arne Slot blow
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Liverpool have surged to a dominant lead at the top of the Premier League, with the Reds now holding a gigantic eight-point lead over nearest rivals Nottingham Forest. Sunday's trip to West Ham was a comfortable one for Arne Slot's side, who thrashed the Hammers 5-0. They did have to recover from an early injury to Joe Gomez though, with the Englishman forced off before half-time.
Slot has had to battle injuries to several key players, but has been able to keep his side rolling along. They are arguably in a very healthy state heading into the New Year, with only four stars in the treatment room. Gomez became the fourth on Sunday evening, though that number looks set to be eased in the coming days. Here, Mirror Football gives a full health check on the runaway league leaders.
Gomez has enjoyed a resurgent year since taking the place of Ibrahima Konate in central defence. But he was forced off 37 minutes into the win over West Ham with an apparent muscle injury. While he was unable to provide a full update on the injury, Slot admitted he fears the Englishman could be sidelined for a 'while'. He told Sky Sports: “You saw today an injury of Joe Gomez. If a player says he wants to stop, he has to be changed.
“In a sprint, then we all know it’s a hamstring and we all know it’s going take a while before he is back. I don’t know how long but he will be out for quite a bit. These situations can happen in a season.”. Potential return date: Unknown. HAVE YOUR SAY! How should Liverpool line up against Manchester United? Comment below.
