We all know how influential a player Gerrard is, but he has been ruled out for a minimum of six weeks! Jordan Henderson is also likely to miss the game leaving Anfield in a protective boot at the weekend.
I realise that Spurs will go up against the most potent goal scorer in the league (he is the best in Europe looking at minutes per goal beating Ronaldo, Aguero, Bale and Messi!), but if you mark him well and stop his supply, then how do you expect him to score?
Liverpool are now likely to have to field a youngster if both Gerrard and Henderson are out, but it again highlights why AVB must avoid throwing players into a position they cannot cope in, or that does not suit the team overall.
It was bad news to hear that Vertonghen is likely to be out until the New Year, but this is a real gift if Gerrard and Henderson both join Sturridge on the treatment table (you would expect it to tire Suarez no end). AVB must now push his players to get their true potential out and quick, it would be a chance to play catch up (bringing us on level points with Liverpool).
COYS!!!!!
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