Liverpool fans were initially worried when Ryan Gravenberch was substituted at half-time during the Netherlands’ 4–0 win over Finland. However, manager Ronald Koeman has reassured supporters that the issue was only a minor concern.
The 22-year-old midfielder started the match alongside Frenkie de Jong but did not return after the break, prompting fears of an injury setback. Koeman, however, quickly addressed the situation, explaining that Gravenberch had reported feeling slight discomfort in his hamstring. As a precaution, the decision was made to replace him with Tijjani Reijnders rather than for tactical reasons, ensuring no further risk to his health.
The update comes as a relief to both Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp and their supporters, especially considering Gravenberch’s impressive form this season. With Mohamed Salah currently on international duty, Liverpool will be eager for Gravenberch to recover fully ahead of their upcoming Premier League match against Manchester United.
Arne Slot, the manager at Feyenoord, has been managing Gravenberch’s workload carefully amidst a packed fixture schedule. Gravenberch has become a vital component of Liverpool’s midfield, and his absence would be a significant blow.
Elsewhere in the match, Virgil van Dijk and Cody Gakpo found the back of the net as the Netherlands delivered a dominant performance. For Liverpool, the key takeaway is the swift action taken by the Dutch medical staff, which may have prevented a more serious injury. As things stand, the concern over Gravenberch’s hamstring appears to be minor, a positive sign for Liverpool heading into a critical stretch of fixtures.
