Liverpool defender Trent Alexander-Arnold is set to miss Sunday's Carabao Cup final against Newcastle United after suffering an ankle injury during the club's Champions League defeat to Paris Saint-Germain on Tuesday, according to the Daily Mail.
The injury comes as a significant blow to Liverpool's hopes of retaining their Carabao Cup crown at Wembley this weekend. However, fans can take some comfort in reports that no serious damage has been done to the 26-year-old's ankle, and he is expected to play again this season.
This news will alleviate concerns among Liverpool supporters who feared the England international might have played his final game for the club. Alexander-Arnold is in the last few months of his contract at Anfield, making any potential long-term injury particularly concerning for his future with the team.
In Alexander-Arnold's absence, the report suggests that Jarell Quansah will be asked to fill in at right-back against Newcastle, with usual backup option Conor Bradley also sidelined through injury.
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp is likely to provide a more detailed update on Alexander-Arnold's condition later this week as the Reds prepare for their Wembley showdown with the Magpies on Sunday afternoon.
The defensive stalwart limped off during Liverpool's European encounter with PSG, adding to what was already a disappointing night for the Merseyside club after their elimination from the Champions League at the last-16 stage.
Despite this setback, Liverpool will be determined to secure silverware this weekend as they face Eddie Howe's Newcastle side in what promises to be a compelling Carabao Cup final.
