Hard news for Liverpool! Luis Díaz had to leave training in Dubai for what seems like a relapse in his knee injury. As reported by The Times, the Colombian winger is now back in the UK. to undergo further examinations to determine the severity of the discomfort.
Minutes after this information from the press, Jürgen Klopp confirmed that Díaz “felt something and we need further evaluation”. The player will miss next Sunday’s Dubai Super Cup match against Lyon.
In Liverpool there was a lot of happiness for Díaz’s return to training after being off the pitch for two months. The medical and technical staff saw the Colombian with good feelings. Now, his return on Boxing Day is in doubt and the results of the medical tests he is subjected to are awaited.
Everyone was waiting for the return of Díaz
Pep Lijnders, Jürgen Klopp’s assistant, assured that they couldn’t wait to have Luis Díaz back. The Colombian has become one of the most important players in the squad. The 25-year-old was working with the team and smiling again. The plan that Liverpool had was to return to competition in this mini-preseason.
Liverpool closes its preparation with Milan and then he will have to think about the round of 16 of the FA Cup where he will face Manchester City. Luis Díaz was aiming for this key game of the season. Now, the English team will have to wait for the return of the Colombian.