Liverpool are set to face Arsenal this weekend without the services of Diogo Jota, as the forward is sidelined with a rib injury sustained in their recent 2-1 win over Chelsea.
Liverpool’s Diogo Jota Sidelined for Arsenal Showdown After Injury Setback
The injury, caused by a collision with defender Tosin Adarabioyo, has ruled Jota out of Liverpool’s midweek Champions League victory against RB Leipzig and now this crucial Premier League clash.
Reports confirm that Jota could be out for up to six weeks, depending on the extent of the injury, with Liverpool’s medical team closely monitoring his recovery.
A rib contusion might see him return sooner, but a fracture could mean a longer spell on the sidelines.
Jota’s absence is a significant blow for Arne slot’s side. The 27-year-old has been in fine form this season, contributing four goals and two assists in just 10 appearances.
His versatility as a false nine has made him a key figure in Liverpool’s attack, offering a dynamic option alongside Darwin Núñez.
His record against Arsenal, with eight goals and two assists in 15 games, makes this absence even more impactful.
Klopp addressed Jota’s condition in a pre-match press conference, noting the player’s discomfort has worsened since the Chelsea match, where the defender’s fall exacerbated his injury.
With Liverpool sitting at the top of the Premier League table, Jota’s absence could disrupt their momentum.
However, the team will rely on Núñez and others to step up in this vital period as they look to maintain their form both domestically and in Europe.
