Liverpool and Scotland have been dealt a devastating blow as captain Andy Robertson faces an anxious wait to determine his Euro 2024 fate following a serious ankle injury.
The 29-year-old defender was forced off during Scotland's 2-2 draw with Greece in a friendly match that turned into a nightmare for Steve Clarke's side.
Injury Strikes During International Duty
Robertson's evening ended prematurely after just 38 minutes when he sustained significant damage to his ankle following an awkward landing. The Scotland medical team immediately rushed to his aid, with the left-back visibly in distress as he was helped from the pitch.
Initial assessments suggest the Liverpool star could be facing an extended period on the sidelines, casting serious doubt over his participation in next summer's European Championship in Germany.
Scotland's Euro 2024 Campaign Under Threat
The timing couldn't be worse for Scotland, who have been riding a wave of optimism after securing their place at Euro 2024 with two games to spare. Robertson has been instrumental in their qualification campaign, providing leadership and quality from defence.
Speaking after the match, Scotland manager Steve Clarke couldn't hide his concern: "It's never nice to see your captain come off in that manner. We'll assess him properly when we get back to Scotland and hope for the best."
Liverpool's Growing Injury Crisis
For Jurgen Klopp's Liverpool, this represents another significant setback in what's becoming an injury-plagued season. The Reds are already dealing with multiple absentees across their squad, and Robertson's potential long-term absence would leave a substantial void in their defence.
With Kostas Tsimikas as the only other natural left-back option, Liverpool's defensive depth will be severely tested if Robertson faces months rather than weeks on the treatment table.
What Happens Next?
Robertson will undergo further scans and assessment upon returning to the UK, with both Scotland and Liverpool medical teams working together to determine the full extent of the damage.
The coming days will be crucial in establishing a recovery timeline and whether Scotland's captain can realistically feature in their Euro 2024 campaign, which begins against Germany on June 14th.
