Here’s how long Ryan Gravenberch is expected to be sidelined following his injury.

Liverpool’s defeat to Manchester United came with an added blow as Ryan Gravenberch twisted his ankle and was replaced by Curtis Jones midway through the second half.

 

Manager Arne Slot confirmed that the midfielder will undergo assessment, emphasizing the challenge of playing “three games in seven days” and the importance of utilizing the squad’s depth when necessary.

 

There are no changes in goalkeeping options — Alisson Becker remains sidelined with a hamstring injury and is yet to return to full training, meaning Giorgi Mamardashvili continues between the posts. Wataru Endo also missed the United clash with a minor knock, while young defender Giovanni Leoni is still recovering from ACL surgery.

 

In terms of form, the setback comes at a difficult time. Liverpool entered the international break on the back of three consecutive defeats and have now suffered their first home league loss of the season — despite creating enough chances to get a result against United.

 

Following Gravenberch’s injury, Slot tweaked his tactics, assigning Florian Wirtz and Curtis Jones greater responsibility in midfield to maintain attacking intensity.

 

The Reds have little time to dwell on the loss, as they face Eintracht Frankfurt away on Wednesday (October 22) before a weekend trip to Brentford. Gravenberch remains a doubt for the midweek fixture, and if unavailable, Slot is expected to rely on Jones, Szoboszlai, or Mac Allister to stabilize the midfield and restore

balance.