Liverpool were knocked out of the FA Cup by lower league opposition on Wednesday evening, but their problems have worsened by the sight of Fernando Torres being substituted after 26 minutes of play. The prolific marksmen, it has since been confirmed, damaged cartilage in his right knee, and will be out of action for a six week period.
The Reds' talisman Steven Gerrard, who was also withdrawn during the 2-1 loss to Reading, will be sidelined for two weeks, while Israeli midfield schemer Yossi Benayoun could face a four-week absence.
A spokesperson confirmed on the club's official website: "Steven Gerrard and Fernando Torres both underwent scans earlier today.
"Steven has a hamstring strain and will be out for a fortnight, while Fernando has torn a cartilage in his right knee.
"The injury will require surgery and he is expected to be sidelined for six weeks.
"Yossi Benayoun also suffered a fractured rib in the game and will be unavailable for between three and four weeks."
The FA Cup elimination ensures the sole competition left for Liverpool to fight for is the inaugural edition of the Europa League. They are currently in 7th place in the Premier League, five points behind Manchester City - who are in fourth.
The Reds' talisman Steven Gerrard, who was also withdrawn during the 2-1 loss to Reading, will be sidelined for two weeks, while Israeli midfield schemer Yossi Benayoun could face a four-week absence.
A spokesperson confirmed on the club's official website: "Steven Gerrard and Fernando Torres both underwent scans earlier today.
"Steven has a hamstring strain and will be out for a fortnight, while Fernando has torn a cartilage in his right knee.
"The injury will require surgery and he is expected to be sidelined for six weeks.
"Yossi Benayoun also suffered a fractured rib in the game and will be unavailable for between three and four weeks."
The FA Cup elimination ensures the sole competition left for Liverpool to fight for is the inaugural edition of the Europa League. They are currently in 7th place in the Premier League, five points behind Manchester City - who are in fourth.
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