Curtis Jones and Diogo Jota suffered potentially significant injuries, while Darwin Núñez was substituted at halftime due to an issue.
Despite Núñez’s opening goal, Liverpool’s joy was tempered by the injuries, as Alexis Mac Allister, Mohamed Salah, and Cody Gakpo added to the scoreline.
The win solidified Liverpool’s position at the top of the Premier League but came at a cost. Klopp revealed that Jones was seen using crutches after the match, indicating the severity of his injury. Regarding Jota, Klopp admitted that it “didn’t look great,” suggesting a serious setback for the striker.
Despite uncertainty surrounding Núñez’s condition, Klopp emphasized the need to assess the injuries further, acknowledging the mixed emotions of the victory coupled with the concern for the injured players.