Be surprised’ – Liverpool star effectively ruled out of RB Leipzig and have anxious wait for Arsenal clash

Diogo Jota injury ‘explanation’ emerges as Arne Slot to offer Liverpool update

Diogo Jota injury ‘explanation’ emerges as Arne Slot to offer Liverpool update

Liverpool fans are on tenterhooks, awaiting news about the injury that led to Diogo Jota’s exit during the triumphant match against Chelsea over the weekend. The Reds secured a 2-1 victory against the London team in Sunday afternoon’s Premier League clash, with Mohamed Salah and Curtis Jones netting goals at Anfield.

However, the first half saw Jota forced to leave the pitch after a tackle by Tosin Adarabioyo at the halfway mark. Darwin Nunez stepped in for the injured forward, and post-match, Reds manager Arne Slot confessed he was still in the dark about the extent of the injury.

However, he expected the Portuguese star would miss the upcoming Champions League face-off with RB Leipzig tomorrow evening. He commented: “Diogo had to be substituted and I am not sure what it is, but I’d be surprised if he is there on Wednesday

Despite the lack of an official update from the club, a social media account named ‘Physio Scout | Football Injury Analysis’ on platform X has given supporters some insight into Jota’s potential injury.

“Jota was taken off in the first half with a rib injury after a collision with Tosin Adarabioyo,” read a post from the account. “After assessment, he tried to continue but was unable to. Likely possibilities are either a rib contusion (bruise) or a rib fracture.

“Most rib injuries tend to be a pain management issue, which resolves within 1-2 weeks. However, scans are necessary to check for any rib fractures.

“Rib injuries are among the most painful to manage, which could be one reason why he couldn’t play on. Recovery Time: If rib contusion: 1-2 weeks If rib fracture present: 4-6 weeks.”

Liverpool.com says: The Reds will take part in an open training session at 12.30pm UK time and Jota is unlikely to be involved there. Slot will then almost certainly be asked for an update on the Portugal attacker’s situation during his press conference later today.