SHOCKING NEWS: Liverpool star is set to miss important Champions League match against Real Madrid with an injury.
David Lynch has delivered a concerning update on a possible injury setback for Liverpool as they prepare to face Real Madrid in the Champions League on Wednesday.
Kostas Tsimikas missed Liverpool’s dramatic 3-2 victory over Southampton over the weekend due to a knock sustained in training. As a result, Andy Robertson started at left-back once again. Based on recent reports, it seems likely that the Scotland captain will be called upon for Wednesday’s clash at Anfield, with Tsimikas’s availability still uncertain.
Latest on Tsimikas’s Fitness
Speaking to Anfield Index, Lynch stopped short of completely ruling out Tsimikas for the match against Real Madrid. However, his comments hinted at ongoing uncertainty regarding the Greek defender’s fitness.
“There’s nothing concrete on Tsimikas,” Lynch said. “I spoke to someone close to him yesterday, and they suggested that they don’t know yet, which doesn’t sound great. I’d love to see him back because I didn’t think Andy Robertson looked himself against Southampton, so we need that rotation to keep them both fresh.”
A Cautious Approach
Since joining Liverpool in 2020, Tsimikas has often found himself playing second fiddle to Robertson but has been a reliable option when called upon. This season, he has started three of Liverpool’s four Champions League matches under Arne Slot, highlighting the trust placed in him for big games.
Slot has frequently rotated between Robertson and Tsimikas in recent weeks, and he may have planned to do so again for the Real Madrid fixture. However, even if Tsimikas is declared fit, it may be deemed too risky to start him if he hasn’t fully recovered from his knock.
Robertson’s Recent Struggles
Robertson’s performance against Southampton was uncharacteristically below par. The dependable left-back had a challenging outing, conceding a penalty and completing only three of 11 attempted crosses. Lynch’s critique of the 30-year-old’s display highlights the need for rotation in the left-back position to maintain form and fitness for both players.
Slot’s Pre-Match Update
Liverpool manager Arne Slot is expected to address Tsimikas’s situation in his pre-match press conference on Tuesday. Fans will be hoping for good news, as having both Tsimikas and Robertson available would give the Reds greater tactical flexibility against the reigning Champions League holders.
Final Thoughts
While Tsimikas’s participation remains uncertain, Liverpool supporters will be eager for the Greek international to recover in time, even if only to provide an additional option on the bench. With a crucial Champions League tie against Real Madrid on the horizon, having two reliable left-back choices would be a significant boost for Slot and his squad. Fingers crossed that the “Greek Scouser” can make a timely return to action.
