Roberto Firmino's injury has been updated by Jurgen Klopp ahead of Liverpool's Merseyside derby against Everton.On Sunday afternoon, Liverpool will host their rivals at Anfield.
Firmino did not play in Tuesday's 4-0 triumph over Manchester United.
Despite Klopp's optimism that Firmino will be fit to play against the Toffees, the Brazilian international's injury is still'very painful,' according to the Reds boss."We hope so," he remarked on Liverpool's official website. We were a little concerned at first, but the scan turned out to be fine. But it's still really difficult, which is why against Man United, there was no chance."
It's a tribute to Liverpool's incredible squad that they can still thrash the Toffees without someone like Firmino.
Sadio Mane has been impressive in a number nine role in recent weeks, but Diogo Jota is clearly ahead of the former Hoffenheim attacker, who joined Liverpool for £29 million in 2015.The Reds' attacking depth, with several players capable of filling multiple roles, is simply incredible.
Firmino is one of the most gifted and influential false nines in the Premier League, and the fact that they thrashed Manchester United 4-0 reflects that.Even if the South American is unable to play against Frank Lampard's side, you'd bet on a home win.