Jurgen Klopp also has a handful of injury concerns to cater to, with the likes of Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, Naby Keita, Thiago Alcantara, Kostas Tsimikas, Joel Matip and Fabinho out due to a multitude of problems.
The German manager, however, delivered a positive injury update ahead of the Premier League showdown against Wesh Ham United.
Liverpool confirm Virgil van Dijk’s successful ACL surgery
Jurgen Klopp confirmed that Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk underwent successful knee surgery and is now set to step up his rehabilitation with the medical staff at the club.
Liverpool have not placed a timeframe on his return to the side, with the Dutchman expected to miss the rest of the 2020-21 season and potentially the European Championships in 2021.
Fabinho ruled out with “little injury,” says Klopp
Fabinho will not be available for Liverpool’s Premier League encounter against West Ham after picking up a hamstring injury against Midtjylland, according to Klopp.
In Fabinho’s absence, academy graduate Rhys Williams looks set to partner Joe Gomez in central defense for Liverpool.
Klopp delivers positive news on Thiago Alcantara and Naby Keita
Both Thiago Alcantara and Naby Keita and on the cusp of returning being passed fit for the game against West Ham, Jurgen Klopp confirmed on Friday.
Thiago is still recovering from Richarlison’s horror tackle in the Merseyside derby, while Keita was diagnosed with COVID-19 earlier this month and has seemingly recovered, judging by Klopp’s comments.
With Fabinho out injured, the duo’s return is a welcome boost for the Reds, who prepare to take on West Ham, Atalanta and Manchester City in the coming week.
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