Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp has provided an update on the injuries sustained by Diogo Jota and Curtis Jones during their recent 4-1 Premier League victory against Brentford.
The triumph for the Reds came with a twinge of disappointment as they had to bid farewell to two players due to injuries during the match. This setback arrives amidst a string of injuries afflicting Klopp’s squad, with the casualty list appearing to expand.
In his post-match comments, Klopp shed light on the conditions of Jota and Jones. Speaking via This Is Anfield, he remarked:
“It’s a mix of emotions because we lost players, and the extent of their injuries remains uncertain. The situation doesn’t look promising for either of them.”
Regarding Jones’ suspected ankle injury, Klopp explained:
“Curtis sustained a knock to the lower part above his ankle. We’ll need to assess the severity, but the fact that Curtis couldn’t continue playing indicates it may be significant, as he’s someone who would push through discomfort at any cost.”
Klopp also expressed greater concern for Jota’s injury, suggesting it may be more severe than Jones’. He commented:
“Diogo’s injury appears to be more serious. While I haven’t reviewed the footage, reports suggest it’s not a favorable sight. We’ll need to further evaluate his condition.”
Despite the injuries, Liverpool’s victory propels them to the top of the league table with 57 points from 25 games, as they persist in their quest for the 2023-24 Premier League title.
