Klopp knows Liverpool must shoulder Robertson injury burden

Liverpool left-back Andy Robertson faces three months out as he is to undergo surgery on a shoulder problem (Isabel Infantes/PA)

Liverpool left-back Andy Robertson is facing three months on the sidelines with manager Jurgen Klopp admitting the defender’s pending shoulder surgery will be “a big loss” for the club.

The Scotland captain sustained the problem on international duty against Spain but having been assessed on his return to Merseyside the club have decided an operation is the best solution – even if it means the 29-year-old faces a lengthy absence.