Liverpool’s preparations for a crucial week have been dealt a significant blow with Conor Bradley limping off during their 2-2 draw against Aston Villa. The Northern Irish right-back, who came on as a second-half substitute for Trent Alexander-Arnold, was forced off late in the game after pulling up during a sprint.

Liverpool is not without injury issues as a crucial period in the title race continues apace. Man City is up next, and there are updates on Joe Gomez and Conor Bradley.

Liverpool manager Arne Slot said it is “never a good sign” when a player leaves the field with an injury after Conor Bradley was forced off against Aston Villa. The Reds came away from Villa