Manchester United were held to a stalemate at the Emirates Stadium, but the big talking point was Bradley’s injury late in the game. He went down awkwardly near the touchline and had to be stretchered off, sparking concern among the Liverpool coaching staff and fans alike.
The official club statement stated that Bradley has sustained a serious knee problem that will require surgical intervention, followed by a period of rehabilitation at Liverpool’s AXA Training Centre. However, no specific return date has been given, meaning he’s expected to remain sidelined for the remainder of the season.
The injury deal not only blows a massive hole in Liverpool’s defensive plans but also jeopardises Bradley’s chances of representing Northern Ireland in their upcoming World Cup play-off matches — including a crucial clash with Italy in March.
Bradley had featured regularly this season, making 21 appearances before the injury struck. His absence will put additional pressure on manager Arne Slot to reshuffle his defence as Liverpool compete on multiple fronts.
Liverpool supporters will now hope for a smooth recovery process, but it’s clear this is a major setback both for the club and the promising young full-back’s campaign.
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