Liverpool face a significant setback ahead of their Arsenal match as a key player was spotted leaving Anfield wearing a protective ‘boot’.

Liverpool face a significant setback ahead of their important Premier League match against Arsenal this Sunday. The league-leading team will visit third-placed Arsenal, with significant implications for the title race. Currently, Jurgen Klopp’s side holds a five-point lead over Mikel Arteta’s team in the league standings. However, Klopp has received concerning news regarding injuries just before the encounter with the Gunners.

Klopp disclosed that Darwin Nunez departed Anfield on Wednesday wearing a protective boot and may not be fit for Sunday’s match.

“In a lesser-known development, I’m uncertain if Darwin will be ready,” Klopp mentioned during his pre-match press briefing.

“After just 20 minutes, he sustained an injury when someone stepped on his foot. He was in considerable pain after the game.”

“He only removed his boot after the match since he preferred not to look at it earlier. He sensed that something was wrong.

“So, he exited the stadium wearing a protective boot – and it wasn’t a football boot.”

Nunez commenced the 4-1 triumph against Chelsea midweek, but faltered from the penalty spot, failing to score in the match.

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Nunez was part of the starting lineup in Liverpool’s 4-1 triumph over Chelsea, albeit missing a penalty during the match. However, he contributed an assist for Luis Diaz’s goal, and notably, he made Premier League history.

The Uruguayan has tallied seven league goals in 21 appearances and a total of 11 goals across all competitions this season.

Liverpool now gear up for a visit to the Emirates Stadium, where they previously clinched a 2-0 victory in the FA Cup last month.

Reflecting on their prior encounter, Klopp emphasized the need for greater dominance, noting that their previous match was more of a typical away game. Despite challenges faced, Klopp acknowledged Arsenal’s threat and stressed the importance of asserting control from the onset.

I would prefer us to have more moments where we are in charge.

“I try to give the boys the right information that we can just be better, be more in the game.”