Andoni Iraola reassures after Bradley Barcola's withdrawal, cramps

The Reds' manager, Andoni Iraola, said he was “relieved” after Bradley Barcola's withdrawal against Atlético de Madrid on Wednesday, the Frenchman having simply suffered cramps and leaving the pitch without a serious injury. He left the field to the applause at Anfield, reassuring the fans.

Liverpool won the match 2-1 against Atlético de Madrid, thus consolidating its performance at Anfield.

Bradley Barcola, 24, stopped after a few minutes, sat on the grass and was attended to, with the medical staff confirming there was no injury.

Transfer and International Context

The Frenchman joined Liverpool from Paris Saint‑Germain for €145 million, bonuses included, strengthening the English club's wing.

He returned to competition on Friday, coming off the bench against Ipswich, where the Reds won 2-0, more than a month and a half after his last official appearance.

This concern comes a few days before the first squad announcement by the new France manager, Zinédine Zidane, scheduled for September 18, which had raised worries about the player's availability.