Liverpool’s injury concerns deepen as young winger Ben Doak faces an uncertain spell on the sidelines after suffering a setback during the international break. The 17-year-old withdrew from the Scotland under-21 squad, impacting Jurgen Klopp’s plans for the upcoming Merseyside derby against Everton.
Doak, who showcased promise with a first-half penalty in the U21’s recent win over Hungary, was anticipated to potentially feature in the Scotland senior team’s friendly against France.
However, his early withdrawal in the previous match raises concerns for Klopp, who is already grappling with a series of availability issues.
This injury adds to a growing list of absentees for Liverpool, including Andy Robertson’s extended absence due to a shoulder injury, Cody Gakpo’s ongoing recovery from a knee issue, and Thiago Alcantara, Stefan Bajcetic, and goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher being recently sidelined.
The uncertainty surrounding Doak’s fitness is an unwanted challenge for Klopp as he prepares for crucial fixtures, including Europa League clashes against Toulouse and a League Cup fourth-round encounter with Bournemouth.
Liverpool will anxiously await updates on the extent of Doak’s injury and hope for a swift recovery to bolster their squad depth.
