Liverpool defender faces a further spell out.
Liverpool defender Dejan Lovren has been a surprise absentee so far this season.
After leading Croatia to the World Cup final, the centre-back has been unavailable for the Reds due to stomach pain.
Now it emerges that Lovren could face a further month out.
Joe Gomez’s terrific form alongside Virgil van Dijk in Liverpool’s defence has so far eased the burden of Lovren’s absence.
Even so, Liverpool are heading into a crucial run of fixtures over the next month, beginning with Tottenham this weekend then followed by Paris Saint-Germain three days later.
Having Lovren back would give Liverpool a crucial extra option and ease the pressure on both Gomez and Van Dijk.
The Croatian has had an up and hold Liverpool career, featuring last season as they reached the Champions League final.
Opinion is split on his delayed return…
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