Liverpool defender Joel Matip will be out up to six weeks after tests showed he sustained a broken collarbone Tuesday in the Reds' 1-0 Champions League win over Napoli.
The center-back landed awkwardly after an aerial challenge during the closing stages of the crucial Group C victory at Anfield, which sent Liverpool into the last 16.
Scans since have shown Matip will require surgery and is likely to be sidelined until late January.
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"Matip was taken to hospital following the fixture and further assessment deemed an operation is required," Liverpool confirmed in a statement. "Early indications suggest the centre-back is facing a spell of up to six weeks out of action, though that is dependent on how Matip responds to his treatment and rehabilitation programmes."
The news is a further blow for Liverpool, which is facing a minor injury crisis in defense.
Joe Gomez is out with a broken leg sustained against Burnley, and Trent Alexander-Arnold was also hurt during the Napoli game and is doubtful for Sunday’s Premier League showdown with Manchester United.
