Arne Slot provides an update on Ibrahima Konate, stating that the Liverpool defender is “in a lot of pain.”

Arne Slot provides an update on Ibrahima Konate, stating that the Liverpool defender is “in a lot of

pain.” According to Arne Slot, it is premature to provide a substantive update on Ibrahima Konate, the Liverpool defender who sustained an injury during the 2-1 victory over Brighton on Saturday. In the final seconds of the first period, the France international was substituted for Joe Gomez prior to the second half, as the Reds had a corner down the visitors’ end. The injury appeared to be to his shoulder.Konate was experiencing some discomfort as he proceeded down the players’ tunnel, accompanied by club physio Chris Morgan. However, Slot was unable to provide a comprehensive assessment of the situation for his centre-back, who is now uncertain for Tuesday’s Champions League match against Bayer Leverkusen. READ MORE: Liverpool’s seriousness is underscored by Anfield announcement following Brighton’s comeback. READ MORE: Liverpool player ratings: Mohamed Salah emerges as the hero and two substitutes impress in comeback victory over Brighton Slot will be better prepared to provide a more comprehensive update when he addresses the media on Monday to preview the visit from Leverkusen, which is managed by Xabi Alonso, as Konate is currently scheduled for a scan prior to the game.

“He was experiencing a slight amount of discomfort at halftime,” Slot stated. “Thus, it was not solely the initial half that was disappointing; it was also the necessity of his departure, as he had been exceptionally effective throughout the entire season.” “I am fortunate to have two excellent options in Jarell Quansah and Joe Gomez in that position. I substituted Jarell five minutes before the end of the Carabao Cup match against Brighton on Wednesday, as he had been stretching for 20 minutes and I could sense and observe his fatigue, which is not surprising given his limited playing time.” “And then, with 45 minutes remaining, I felt compelled to bring in an individual who is more physically fit than Jarell.” We are still unaware of Konate’s circumstances. He is experiencing severe discomfort; however, he has not yet visited the hospital, and it may not be necessary for him to do so. It is always challenging to evaluate an injury within the first hour or first 10 minutes of a game after it has occurred.

“We can only hope that he will be able to join us sooner, as he has had a significant influence on our season thus far.” However, Joe earned the trust I placed in him today due to his exceptional performance in the second half.