Liverpool's Gravenberch to miss next two games after Caicedo challenge

The Dutchman was carried off on a stretcher after a tackle by Moises Caicedo and his absence will add to an injury list which already numbered 11 first-teamers before the weekend.

Tue, 27 Feb, 2024 - 14:12

Liverpool midfielder Ryan Gravenberch has been ruled out for at least the next two games with the ankle injury sustained in Sunday's Carabao Cup final victory over Chelsea.

The Dutchman was carried off on a stretcher after a tackle by Moises Caicedo and his absence will add to an injury list which already numbered 11 first-teamers before the weekend.

Fellow midfielder Wataru Endo left Wembley on crutches wearing a protective boot and he is also doubtful for the FA Cup fifth-round visit of Southampton.

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp said: "What I know is that Ryan is not available, along with all the others not available.

"It's a ligament injury, could've been much worse but bad enough for being ruled out of this game and next game.

"Wataru got a proper knock so we have to see as well. I wouldn't say it's much improved from Sunday.

"We need miracles with a few players but it is touch and go with a lot of players who were not available for the final. Darwin (Nunez), Mo (Salah), Dom (Szoboszlai), we have to see what they can do today."