Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp drops a truth bomb on dealing with the international break.
This was quite a harsh take from Klopp; fans worldwide seek international breaks because of the desire to support their respective national teams. Countless players also relish the unique opportunities to represent their country, which can serve as a way for football players to have some time away from existing turbulence at their clubs.
Via The Athletic
“I hate international breaks and it didn't help with the injuries. The break was not helpful, I would have loved to have played the week after (West Ham).
“(International) coaches have their own targets and very often think they have to do physical work with the players. The break was not helpful,” the Liverpool boss stressed.
Of course, players traveling for international breaks have to deal with extra action that can result in further injury— something that does not favor injury-prone athletes.
With an upcoming marquee matchup with Arsenal after the break, Liverpool might not utilize two of their best players for the upcoming clash, namely, Jordan Henderson and Andy Robertson.
“Hendo and Robbo have not trained with the team yet. It will be pretty close — a late decision.
With the Reds sitting at fourth of the Premier League table, fans should hope that these injuries will not bother the team's form this season. As for Klopp, all he hopes for is that international breaks would not tarnish his team's consistency.
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