"Liverpool have been handed a fresh fitness concern ahead of their crucial Premier League showdown with Manchester United, as midfielder Ryan Gravenberch faces a race against time to be fit. The Dutch international was forced off at half-time during the Netherlands' 4-0 victory over Finland, raising concerns over a possible hamstring injury just days before one of the most anticipated fixtures of the season. With several key players already nursing fitness issues, this latest setback could complicate Arne Slot's preparations for the clash at Anfield."
"He was replaced by Manchester City midfielder Tijjani Reijnders as a precautionary measure. Dutch manager Ronald Koeman confirmed after the game that the decision to remove Gravenberch was made to avoid aggravating the problem. Speaking to NOS after the match (as reported by voetbalzone.nl), Koeman said: Ryan indicated he was experiencing some minor hamstring discomfort. We obviously didn't take any risks with that."
"Arne Slot will be waiting patiently for more updates Ryan Gravenberch of Liverpool scores his team's first goal past Jordan Pickford of Everton. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images) Gravenberch's setback comes at a difficult time for Liverpool, who are already managing several fitness issues in their squad. Defender Ibrahima Konate was forced to withdraw from the France national team ahead of their weekend trip to Iceland, further depleting Slot's options ahead of the clash with United."
Ryan Gravenberch left the Netherlands' 4-0 win over Finland at half-time after reporting minor hamstring discomfort, prompting a precautionary substitution. He was replaced by Tijjani Reijnders, and Ronald Koeman said the decision was made to avoid aggravating the problem. Gravenberch described the issue as partly fitness-related, called it a precaution, and said he felt good with the coach's confidence. Liverpool must manage this concern alongside other fitness issues, including Ibrahima Konate withdrawing from France's squad before their Iceland trip. Arne Slot and the club will monitor Gravenberch's condition ahead of the Anfield meeting with Manchester United.
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