Liverpool forward withdraws from international duty through injury

Liverpool forward Takumi Minamino has suffered an injury and will be withdrawn from the Japan squad. The Japanese FA have released a statemnet revealing that the 26-year-old is currently injured.

Their statement read: “Midfielder Takumi Minamino (Liverpool FC) has been withdrawn from the team due to an injury at SAMURAI BLUE, which is active for the Asian final qualifying (Road to Qatar) China national team match.   'We will inform you of additional convened players to replace Minamino as soon as they are decided.”

This comes as a blow for Jurgen Klopp's side, as Minamino is their only currently available backup alongside fellow out-of-favour forward Divock Origi. Source - Empire Of The Kop Join us on Telegram!/ Follow us on Twitter!

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