Liverpool fans are well aware of Diogo Jota’s troubling fitness record, and it appears there may be more bad news ahead of the clash with Brentford.
Reports on Thursday revealed that the Portuguese forward had been training separately from the main group, with many hoping it was merely a precautionary measure.
When asked about Jota’s status in his pre-match press conference, Arne Slot provided an update, saying:
“He wasn’t on the training ground yesterday, so we’ll have to assess his condition today. It’s uncertain if he’ll be available tomorrow.
“He felt a slight niggle during the half-hour he played after coming on. Although he managed to finish the game, he complained afterward, which is why he didn’t train yesterday. We’ll have to see how he responds today and tomorrow.”
Jota’s potential absence is a significant blow, as he’s a key player in Liverpool’s setup. However, his ongoing injury concerns remain a source of frustration.
Slot previously confirmed that the 28-year-old is on a tailored fitness program to maintain his peak condition.
Yet, it seems this approach hasn’t fully resolved the issue, with the former Wolves forward once again facing the possibility of time on the sidelines.
After carefully managing Jota’s minutes, it must be equally frustrating for Slot to lose such an important player repeatedly.
While Jota is undoubtedly vital to Liverpool’s success, his frequent absences continue to hinder the team’s consistency.
