Steven Gerrard will not be ready to play for Liverpool against Manchester City on Sunday, as he continues his recovery from the hamstring strain he suffered whilst on duty for the Reds in their Mersey derby FA Cup defeat to city rivals Everton.
Manager Rafael Benitez had indicated that the injury was caused by Gerrard being tired due to the unreasonable demands placed upon him, and many observers expressed concern about what might happen to Liverpool in his absence.
With the Reds' Champions League knock-out tie against Real Madrid taking place next week, the Spaniard will not risk Gerrard for the Lancashire derby with Manchester City. He is looking to the clash with the Spanish giants for his skipper's possible return.
"Steven will not be ready for this game," Benitez told the club's official website regarding the City match.
"We don't know if he'll be back for the game in midweek but clearly he will not be involved against City.
"He is improving but we cannot take any risks so he won't be in the squad."
Manager Rafael Benitez had indicated that the injury was caused by Gerrard being tired due to the unreasonable demands placed upon him, and many observers expressed concern about what might happen to Liverpool in his absence.
With the Reds' Champions League knock-out tie against Real Madrid taking place next week, the Spaniard will not risk Gerrard for the Lancashire derby with Manchester City. He is looking to the clash with the Spanish giants for his skipper's possible return.
"Steven will not be ready for this game," Benitez told the club's official website regarding the City match.
"We don't know if he'll be back for the game in midweek but clearly he will not be involved against City.
"He is improving but we cannot take any risks so he won't be in the squad."
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