JOE GOMEZ NEWS

Hopeful to train next week Gomez (calf) is hopeful to train next week, according to manager Jurgen Klopp.

Impact Gomez was hopeful to return after the last international break, so this update is interesting. He's been out for about a month with the muscle injury and while he's not a regular in the squad, he still provides depth for the back line, something Liverpool are fortunate to have not needed this season.

NOVEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out with calf injury Gomez (calf) has not returned to training and isn't an option for Saturday's match against Arsenal.

Impact It was thought to be a minor calf injury for Gomez, but that doesn't seem to be the case, as he's already been out two weeks. He remains the fourth option at center-back, so Liverpool can survive his absence however long it is.

NOVEMBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Hopeful to return after break Gomez (calf) is hopeful to return after the international break, according to manager Jurgen Klopp.

Impact Gomez picked up a minor calf issue recently and it'll keep him out two matches, at a minimum. Of course, he remains the fourth center-back option for Liverpool, meaning playing time will be hard to come by all season, as he has just one start which came almost two months ago in Champions League.

NOVEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up calf injury Gomez (calf) is out of the squad for Wednesday's clash with Atletico Madrid, according to James Pearce of The Athletic.

Impact Gomez is out Wednesday with a calf injury he picked up in training. The central defender has had his young career repeatedly derailed by injury, and while it's unclear if this is a serious injury it will likely keep him out until the international break. Gomez has truly fallen behind Joel Matip and Ibrahima Konate on the Center back depth chart in Merseyside.

NOVEMBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Makes first start of season Gomez made four interceptions and two clearances during Wednesday's 3-2 win over AC Milan.

Impact Gomez made his first start since injuring his knee last November as Liverpool started their Champions League campaign with a come-from-behind win. He replaced Virgil van Dijk in the lineup as the Dutch center-back was rested. Gomez will likely go back to the bench for Saturday's match against Crystal Palace.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off bench during win Gomez played one minute during Saturday's 2-0 win over Burnley.

Impact Gomez played his first minutes since a devastating knee injury last season. He's still far from fully fit but should round into shape over the next few weeks. When he's ready, there will be stiff competition from Joel Matip and Ibrahim Konate for a starting center-back role at next to Virgil van Dijk in Liverpool's starting XI.

AUGUST 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Could be option for opener Gomez could be an option to start Saturday's opener against Norwich City, according to manager Jurgen Klopp."I think so, it looks like [they are available to start]. But how it is...

Impact Gomez has played in a few friendlies, but it's hard to see him being ready for a full 90 and starting this month, similar to Virgil van Dijk. Given the presence of Ibrahima Konate in the squad, Gomez probably won't be rushed back from his knee injury.

AUGUST 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Plays extended minutes Thursday Gomez started and went more than 30 minutes in Thursday's friendly against Bologna.

Impact It's the second friendly for Gomez, a good sign with the season less than 10 days away. He probably won't be ready to start the opener, but it looks like Liverpool will be close to 100 percent on the back line, though if that's the case, Gomez will likely play more of a bench role.

AUGUST 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Van Dijk to increase workload in comeback for Liverpool

Liverpool center-back Virgil van Dijk says he is “ready to crack on” with more minutes in the club’s next pre-season match as he returns from knee surgery

AUGUST 4, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Plays in friendly Gomez took the pitch late in Thursday's friendly against Hertha Berlin, returning from his knee injury.

Impact Gomez had been out since last November, slightly shorter than Virgil van Dijk. Those two will both hope to regain complete fitness over the next couple weeks and slowly add minutes in upcoming friendlies. Early signs point to Van Dijk being further along than Gomez, though they seem to be about on the same level.

JULY 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Van Dijk, Gomez make long-awaited returns for Liverpool

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk and fellow defender Joe Gomez made their return from long-term knee injuries Thursday in a friendly against Hertha Berlin in Austria

JULY 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Needs more training sessions Gomez (knee) has been training, but he's unlikely to take part in next week's friendly, according to manager Jurgen Klopp. "We just have to be patient - we prepare for a full seaso...

Impact Similar to Virgil van Dijk, it's going to be a process for Gomez to get back on the pitch. He returned to training a little more than a week ago so in addition to getting back to complete health with his knee, he also has to get back his fitness. While he could be ready for the start of the season, he may not be ready for a full 90 by then.

JULY 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Liverpool boss Klopp offers injury update on Alexander-Arnold and Gomez ' Goal.com Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp has delivered positive updates on Trent Alexander-Arnold and Joe Gomez as they continue their returns from injury

JULY 19, 2021 • GOAL.COM

Returns to training Gomez (knee) participated in Tuesday's training session with his teammates for the first time in eight months, according to James Pearce of The Athletic.

Impact Gomez comes back a day after Virgil van Dijk made his own return to training in what is a massively positive sign for Liverpool's defense heading into next season. He'll still need to make it through the preseason to confirm his return, though there's still a month to go before any final decisions have to be made.

JULY 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

EURO 2020: Haaland, Ibrahimović among stars missing out

One of the best players in the world will not be at the European Championship

JUNE 1, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Liverpool agrees to sign Leipzig defender Ibrahima Konate

Liverpool has bolstered its defensive corps by agreeing to a contract with Ibrahima Konate from German club Leipzig

MAY 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Phillips airs future hope at Liverpool after enjoying breakthrough campaign in Van Dijk's absence | Goal.com Nat Phillips became an unlikely star for Liverpool in 2020-21, as he benefited from the injury-enforced absences of Virgil van Dijk and Joe Gomez, and the 24-year-old defender hope...

MAY 24, 2021 • GOAL.COM

Van Dijk out of European Championship, Henderson a doubt

Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk says he will not play for the Netherlands at next month’s European Championship

MAY 12, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Fall from pinnacle is a rapid one for Liverpool, Klopp

Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp is urging his players to “keep fighting” to save the season after the team's exit from the Champions League after being beaten by Real Madrid

APRIL 15, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Fired-up Alexander-Arnold heads into CL with point to prove

Trent Alexander-Arnold is among the key Liverpool players back in form as the English champions head into their matchup with Real Madrid in the Champions League quarterfinals

APRIL 5, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Klopp: van Dijk, Gomez 'Unlikely' to Be Fit for Euros Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp said there are no indications that Virgil van Dijk and Joe Gomez will be available for this summer's Euros.

MARCH 14, 2021 • SI.COM

Henderson sidelined after surgery in new blow for Liverpool

Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson faces a long spell on the sidelines after undergoing an operation on the groin injury he sustained in last weekend’s Merseyside derby

FEBRUARY 26, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Thiago struggles to adapt in tough start to Liverpool career

Thiago Alcantara might be the right player at the wrong time for Liverpool

FEBRUARY 15, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Confident Barcelona hosts PSG as Champions League resumes

Barcelona hosts Paris Saint-Germain in the biggest match in the Champions League this week

FEBRUARY 15, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Van Dijk unlikely to play again this season, says Klopp

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says Virgil van Dijk is unlikely to play again this season

FEBRUARY 2, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS