Steven Gerrard had to be taken off after 25 minutes of a pre-season friendly against Norwegian team, Valarenga, due to a recurrent groin strain...
»Comments Print This Story Send To A Friend Contact Us galleria zoom Liverpool captain Gerrard, 28, has given gaffer Rafa Benitez a midfield headache by straining his groin during Liverpool's pre-season preparations for the new season.
The England international had to be substituted after only 25 minutes and, so far, the extent of the damage is unknown. Should the strain rule him out for more than a few weeks and Benitez may be reluctant to sell Alonso - the Spaniard may now be needed for cover. Likewise, any deal for Gareth Barry may now need to be hurried, so Liverpool's start to the new term can get off to the right start.
It is certain the former Champions League winner will not be risked at Anfield on Friday, as Liverpool take on Italian side Lazio.
Liverpool emerged victorious in the friendly against Valerenga after a Xabi Alonso long-range solitary goal.
