Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has confirmed Andy Robertson will be sidelined until after this month’s international break ‘at least’.
The Reds have already struggled with lack of available personnel due to injuries, with ten others, including captain Jordan Henderson and Naby Keita, currently unavailable.
Now, the Reds’ star left-back is set to miss his side’s next two games against Ajax and Chelsea after sustaining an issue during last week’s 4-1 defeat to Napoli.
Speaking prior to his side’s second Champions League group stage game against Ajax, Klopp confirmed: “Robbo now is not 100 per cent.
“[He felt something] Very late, 93rd or whatever minute – actually he felt it the next day only.
“But yeah, he is out for at least, I would say, after the international break.”
Robertson’s injury means there will also be doubts surrounding him being able to play in Scotland’s UEFA Nations League games this month.
The 28-year-old’s absence from Klopp’s side adds to the squad’s already prominent injury woes, as Liverpool look to fix their inconsistent start to the campaign.
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However, the German did confirm they will be offered a boost given summer signing Carvalho – who picked up a knock during the Merseyside derby at Goodison Park – will be back.
Meanwhile, Klopp stated Curtis Jones will remain out after suffering a setback with his calf injury following the win over Newcastle.
“Curtis, not available,” Klopp said.
“Fabio trained yesterday normal, will be available.”
Keita and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain are also expected to be unavailable for selection until some point in October.