Adam Lallana expected to be available again before October

Adam Lallana’s time on the side-lines should be short-lived, according to the official Liverpool website.

The 30-year-old creative midfielder was forced to withdraw from Gareth Southgate’s England squad on Tuesday after suffering a groin strain.

However, a scan on the injury revealed that the strain isn’t as bad as first feared, and Lallana should be available for selection again later this month.

Manager Jurgen Klopp will be delighted to have his Number 20 back before October as Liverpool endure a difficult run of fixtures that will require full squad participation. Lallana is expected to be ready for the Reds campaigns in the Champions League group stages and Carabao Cup, and should be available for Premier League action, most likely from the substitutes’ bench.

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SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND – Sunday, February 11, 2018: Liverpool’s Adam Lallana during the FA Premier League match between Southampton FC and Liverpool FC at St. Mary’s Stadium. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

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“It’s a minor setback, which isn’t ideal, as I’ve been in great shape until now, but it’s positive news that it’s only a brief lay-off,” Lallana told Liverpoolfc.com.

“I’m pleased I’ll be back available for Liverpool, both domestically and in the Champions League during September, and then England again for the next break.

“I know I can make a significant contribution over the course of a long season and that’s where my focus will remain – with so much to play for.

“Doing my best and giving everything for my teammates, management and supporters of club and country is all that matters.”

Lallana was also keen to send best wishes to his Three Lions manager and international teammates as they prepare to face Spain in the UEFA Nations League at Wembley on Saturday, followed by a friendly against Switzerland at the King Power Stadium.

He said: “I’m back at Melwood now making sure my time off the pitch is as short as possible, so I’ll be supporting Gareth and the boys from up here.”

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