Jurgen Klopp has revealed that Liverpool forward Diogo Jota will be sidelined for 'months' due to an injury sustained during the match against Brentford. Jota was forced off the pitch in the first half after a collision with Christian Norgaard resulted in a significant leg injury.
Klopp stated in a news conference that he cannot provide a specific timeframe for Jota's recovery, emphasizing the uncertainty surrounding the situation. The absence of key players like Jota poses a challenge for Liverpool, especially with Mohamed Salah also unavailable.
Having made a significant impact this season with 18 goal contributions in 28 appearances across all competitions, Jota's absence will be keenly felt by the team. His injury adds to Liverpool's injury concerns, with Trent Alexander-Arnold and Curtis Jones also facing fitness issues.
Alexander-Arnold will miss the upcoming Carabao Cup final against Chelsea, while Jones is doubtful for the same fixture due to a ligament problem. Additionally, goalkeeper Alisson Becker will be unavailable for the foreseeable future due to a muscle injury.
The injury setbacks present a challenge for Klopp as he navigates Liverpool's upcoming fixtures, with the team set to face Luton without key players. The manager expressed the importance of managing the situation effectively and focusing on the available squad members to maintain performance levels.