Liverpool star handed ‘worst start to pre-season’ after injury blow

Although today’s injury does not seem particularly serious and his substitution is probably just a precaution, it confirms that Liverpool cannot rely on him for the upcoming campaign and that they need more depth in central defence.

Ibrahima Konate has been replaced by Jeremy Jacquet, and Liverpool should look to invest in a versatile defender who can provide cover in central defence and at full-back as well.