Liverpool midfielder Ryan Gravenberch has been ruled out of the Netherlands’ crucial UEFA Nations League quarter-final clashes against Spain after sustaining an injury during the Reds’ Carabao Cup final defeat to Newcastle at Wembley on Sunday.
The 22-year-old, who has been a key figure for Liverpool this season with 41 appearances across all competitions, suffered a knock that has now forced him to withdraw from international duty. The Netherlands’ national team confirmed the news on social media, stating, “The midfielder is still suffering from an injury sustained over the weekend that prevents him from playing in the matches against Spain.”
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Dutch manager Ronald Koeman has decided against calling up a replacement for the upcoming fixtures, which will see the Netherlands host Spain in Rotterdam on Thursday before traveling to Valencia for the second leg on Sunday.
Gravenberch’s absence could be a significant blow for Liverpool, as he now faces a race against time to recover ahead of the highly anticipated Merseyside derby against Everton at Anfield on April 2. His injury adds to Liverpool’s growing list of fitness concerns as they continue their push for silverware in multiple competitions.
