Fabinho is facing a race against time to be fit for the Champions League final against Real Madrid on May 28 after limping off in the first half against Aston Villa on Tuesday night.
The Brazilian has reportedly suffered a hamstring injury which the Times claims will keep him out of the FA Cup final against Chelsea on Saturday, as well as the Reds’ final two Premier League games of the season against Southampton and Wolves. However, he has been included in the Brazil squad for the upcoming June international break.
Whether he is fit for the Champions League final or not, his absence is a blow for Jurgen Klopp with the 28-year-old one of the first names on the German’s teamsheet and one of the best holding midfielders in the world. Jordan Henderson is now expected to finish the season in Liverpool’s deeper role, however, the loss of Fabinho limits the Reds’ options at a time when their midfield has repeatedly been rotated as they chase down an unprecedented quadruple.
