Yossi Benayoun is doubtful for Israel's Euro 2008 qualifier against Russia next Saturday.
The Liverpool midfielder suffered a groin problem during Liverpool's 2-0 victory over Fulham and Rafa Benitez does not expect him to be recover in time.
"Yossi has picked up an injury and it is very, very doubtful that he will join up with his country," said the Reds manager.
Benayoun is not required by Liverpool until the Premier League clash against Newcastle in a fortnight.
But he has cancelled the flight to link up with his international team-mates and will instead undergo a scan on Sunday.
If Benayoun is ruled out it will be a blow to not only Israel but also England, whose hopes of reaching Euro 2008 depend on Israel avoiding defeat against Russia.
If Russia beat Israel it is almost certain that England will miss out on a place in the finals, even if they beat Croatia the following Wednesday.
Israel cannot qualify for next summer's tournament in Austria and Switzerland.
The Liverpool midfielder suffered a groin problem during Liverpool's 2-0 victory over Fulham and Rafa Benitez does not expect him to be recover in time.
"Yossi has picked up an injury and it is very, very doubtful that he will join up with his country," said the Reds manager.
Benayoun is not required by Liverpool until the Premier League clash against Newcastle in a fortnight.
But he has cancelled the flight to link up with his international team-mates and will instead undergo a scan on Sunday.
If Benayoun is ruled out it will be a blow to not only Israel but also England, whose hopes of reaching Euro 2008 depend on Israel avoiding defeat against Russia.
If Russia beat Israel it is almost certain that England will miss out on a place in the finals, even if they beat Croatia the following Wednesday.
Israel cannot qualify for next summer's tournament in Austria and Switzerland.
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