Liverpool striker Diogo Jota faces a race against time to be fit for the Carabao Cup final against Chelsea on February 27. He suffers from an ankle injury suffered by Inter Milan in the Champions League on Wednesday.
Waiting for more tests
The Portugal international was forced to give up his place at the break during the first leg of the C1 round of 16 at San Siro, as Jurgen Klopp’s men won 2-0. Jota left the field with a double and will miss the Premier League match against Norwich. It will pass more tests to see if it is not available.
do not miss
Reds boss Jurgen Klopp gave an update on his player’s situation before the press: “La situation n’est pas claire, on a besoin d’examens plus approvondis. C’est une blessure qui pourrait concerner les ligaments de la cheville. Tout est possible pour le moment, nous devons donc attendre. Mais pour ce week-end There’s no chance.” capturing.
The final goal against Chelsea for Diogo Jota
The Reds have two more Premier League games to play before facing Chelsea at Wembley and adding another major title to their roster. Jürgen Klopp is currently preparing to welcome Norwich on Saturday. Next, it will be Leeds’ turn to move to Anfield on February 23. Diogo Jota’s ankle won’t be risked during these two rehearsals, and the 25-year-old needs a rest.
The Portuguese striker will be absent for Liverpool during this unplanned stay on the sidelines, who has been in good shape this season. He had 13 goals in 30 games in 2020-21, and scored 17 goals in 31 games that financial year.
Diogo Jota helped share attacking responsibilities with the Reds, who until then had relied heavily on Mohamed Salah, Sadio Mane and Roberto Firmino. Jurgen Klopp will have to deal with this trio once again while waiting for the effective return of the good selection of the Reds.
