Liverpool forward Diogo Jota is facing a significant spell on the sidelines, with reports from Portugal indicating that he could be out of action for approximately two months.

The injury occurred during Liverpool’s recent 4-1 triumph over Brentford, where Jota played a pivotal role by assisting Darwin Nunez’s opening goal. Unfortunately, a challenge from Brentford captain Christian Norgaard resulted in Jota being stretchered off before half-time, sparking concerns over the severity of his condition.

Having displayed exceptional form since recovering from a hamstring injury in December, Jota’s absence comes as a blow to Liverpool’s attacking prowess. In his last 11 appearances, the 27-year-old has been instrumental, contributing seven goals and four assists to the team’s cause.

Portuguese media outlet Record has reported that Jota will undergo further assessments to determine the extent of his injury. Regrettably, this development means that he will miss Liverpool’s highly anticipated Carabao Cup final against Chelsea this Sunday. However, there is optimism that Jota will return to action before the conclusion of the season.

Jurgen Klopp revealed that Jota’s injury was worse than his team-mates’. He said: “Diogo looks probably the worst; I didn’t see it back but I heard the pictures didn’t look great as well, so we have to see there.”

While Jota’s absence presents a significant challenge for Liverpool, the team remains determined to navigate through this setback and continue their pursuit of success on multiple fronts. As they await further updates on Jota’s condition, Liverpool will undoubtedly rally together to overcome this adversity and strive for victory in his absence.