Liverpool midfielder Thiago Alcantara is expected to be ruled out of action for at least six weeks after picking up a hamstring injury during the Reds' opening day 2-2 draw against Fulham at Craven Cottage.
The Spaniard was replaced inside the opening exchanges of the second-half after failing to play through the pain barrier once he sustained the strain. The Athletic report he has since undergone scans to determine the severity of the injury and it is bad news from both Thiago and Liverpool's perspective.
As a result, Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp will be unable to call upon one of his main men for some huge upcoming games as the Reds look to register a first win of the new season. Thiago will miss clashes against Crystal Palace, Manchester United, Bournemouth, Newcastle, Everton and Wolves.
