SHOCKING NEWS: Worst possible news for Liverpool as star player gets injured in training and will miss the game today.

Liverpool fans are eager to see their team back in action following an unexpected weekend off, but fresh injury concerns have emerged. According to Paul Gorst of the Liverpool ECHO, Tyler Morton will not be part of the squad for the Champions League trip to Girona after suffering a knock during training on Monday.

If an injury had to affect someone in the first-team squad, Morton might be considered a less critical loss given his limited opportunities this season. However, with Alexis Mac Allister suspended and a demanding fixture list ahead, this could have been a rare chance for the academy graduate to make an impression.

The positive news is that the injury doesn’t appear to be too serious, so Morton is unlikely to face a lengthy spell on the sidelines. Despite this setback, the 22-year-old will hope to recover quickly and push for more playing time.

Morton has made six appearances across all competitions this season, but only two have come with the first team, and just one of those was a start. The Wirral-born midfielder has been likened to Xabi Alonso by his teammates in training, and he remains a popular figure in the dressing room. His close relationships with Harvey Elliott, Conor Bradley, and Jarell Quansah highlight the camaraderie among Liverpool’s young players who have risen through the ranks together.

While Morton’s long-term future at Anfield remains uncertain, the only way for the England Under-21 international to secure his place in the squad is by seizing any opportunities that come his way. Unfortunately, this injury has temporarily halted his progress.

Here’s hoping for a swift recovery so Morton can once again showcase the talent that has earned him recognition within the club.