Liverpool's manager Arne Slot revealed that defender Joe Gomez requested to be substituted early in their match against Plymouth Argyle due to fears over his fitness. After just ten minutes, Gomez, who recently returned from a hamstring injury, felt insecure about continuing, worried that exerting himself could lead to further injury. Despite a heavily-rotated squad, Liverpool lost 1-0, highlighting a challenging situation as they navigated player fitness with star players resting and young talents stepping in.
Gomez was apprehensive about his fitness, stating, 'I am not 100% sure and I am afraid if I make one extra sprint things will go wrong.'
Manager Arne Slot noted Gomez's hesitation to sprint back fully indicated his insecurity about his physical condition following a hamstring injury.
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