Liverpool’s left-back Kostas Tsimikas has reportedly picked up a back injury while on international duty with Greece, sparking concerns for the Reds ahead of their match against Manchester City in two days.
Kostas Tsimikas ruled out due to injury?
The issue is not deemed too serious, but with only Andrew Robertson available to fill the position, Liverpool may need to exercise caution when deciding whether to field Tsimikas.
The 26-year-old left-back was withdrawn just 24 minutes into Greece’s 0-0 friendly draw with Lithuania on Monday after signaling his discomfort to the bench.
Tsimikas will be out to add to the 22 appearances in all competitions he has managed for Liverpool so far this season.
Liverpool struggle for Champions League qualification amidst an injury crisis
The team is gearing up for a high-pressure game against Manchester City, followed by a grueling and potentially season-defining stretch of matches against Chelsea and league leaders Arsenal.
Liverpool’s chances of securing a top-four finish and Champions League football for next season may depend on the performance of all available players, making injury-free matches a critical priority.
Liverpool have already had a season marred by injuries, making the situation with Tsimikas more concerning.
Several key players have missed significant portions of the season, leaving manager Jurgen Klopp with few options but to play some out of position.
Liverpool are battling with Brighton, Newcastle, and Tottenham for a top-four finish, and with just 12 games left to play, securing Champions League football is crucial.
Klopp will need all hands on deck in the upcoming games, and a Tsimikas layoff could further reduce the team’s options.
However, the Reds will be hoping that Tsimikas’ injury is minor and that he may be available for the Manchester City match.
Klopp is already facing the absence of midfielder Thiago Alcantara due to a hip complaint, while defender Joe Gomez may return from injury, and Luis Diaz may have a chance to feature.
As Liverpool faces a challenging month ahead, luck with injuries would be most welcome.
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