Kostas Tsimikas was withdrawn during Liverpool’s 1-1 draw with Arsenal in the Premier League.
The left-back was at the wrong end of a Bukayo Saka challenge at Anfield and was replaced by Joe Gomez.
It then emerged that the Greek international had suffered a broken collarbone and would be out for the rest of the season.
Although an injury that serious is always a negative, Andy Robertson’s shoulder injury meant that Jurgen Klopp’s options were limited.
Owen Beck has already been called back from his loan spell at Dundee.
While Joe Gomez continues to show his versatility by filling in on the left-flank when required.
Additionally, Liverpool have been linked with a few left-backs, including Fulham’s Antonee Robinson.
However, James Pearce of The Athletic believes that the club will not be forced into a panic signing while also hinting at the Greek international’s possible return timeframe:
Speaking on the Walk On podcast, he said:
“You can’t just stockpile senior left-backs when you’ve got Kostas Tsimikas to return backend of February, maybe March time.”
It looks like Kostas Tsimikas might be able to return toward the end of next month.
If this is the case, it will be a major boost to Jurgen Klopp and his side.
However, Andy Robertson should also be returning from his lay-off around that time as well.
It means the German will have increased options when the Europa League starts up again in March.
Additionally, both left-backs should be available for the crunch clash against Manchester City at Anfield on 9 March.