Curtis Jones will miss Liverpool’s Premier League opener away to Norwich on Saturday due to a concussion sustained in their friendly vs CA Osasuna on Monday [Liverpool FC Official].
Playing a key part from central midfield for the Reds in 2020/21, the Englishman registered nine goal contributions in 34 appearances in all competitions; four goals and five assists [Transfermarkt].
Expected to be a key player for the Merseyside in the future, he now faces a brief spell on the side-lines following recent developments.
Despite recovering well after being substituted off due to a collision in his sides 3-1 friendly victory over Osasuna, Jones will not be able to return to Liverpool training until Sunday owing to concussion protocols [Liverpool FC Official].
He will miss the Norwich City clash as a result.
In light of this news, lots of Liverpool fans took to social media to voice their anger at their perceived lack of depth in the squad.
Liverpool FC fans react:
Replying to the Liverpool FC official Twitter account, here is how some fans responded to the Jones injury:
"Sign a Midfielder man this is a sign"