Spain's World Cup joy was diluted somewhat by the sight of Fernando Torres being stretchered off towards the end of the 1-0 win over Netherlands.
The forward has had a wretched time in recent months and looked a shadow of his real self during the World Cup. He came on in extra-time of the 1-0 win but fell to the ground in agony after pulling up when chasing down a long ball.
It appeared the groin injury that has long been the cause of concern flared up again. There has been no word from the Spain camp as to the severity of the problem, but the sight of Torres leaving the field in such discomfort suggests he is likely to miss the start of the Premier League season with Liverpool.
Torres is the subject of transfer speculation, with both Chelsea and Manchester City linked with bids, but his future is likely to be up in the air due to his injury problems.
The injury will also be a headache for Liverpool boss Roy Hodgson who is keen to sit down with the Spaniard and discuss his plans for the future.
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