Liverpool fear Jeremy Jacquet’s hamstring could sideline him against Manchester City

Jeremy Jacquet, the 21‑year‑old Liverpool defender, was omitted from the France squad on Monday evening after sustaining a hamstring strain, raising concerns ahead of Liverpool’s Premier League meeting with Manchester City on Sunday.

International setback

Zinedine Zidane rested Jacquet for France’s Nations League match against Belgium, replacing him with Leny Yoro, who made his international debut. The French Football Federation confirmed the injury was a strain to Jacquet’s left hamstring.

Jacquet had started France’s previous two fixtures, completing full 90‑minute performances, the most recent just three days before the injury.

Club implications

Andoni Iraola, Liverpool’s manager, praised Jacquet’s rapid adaptation to the Premier League, noting his partnership with Virgil van Dijk has been pivotal this season.

However, the defender’s hamstring issue now threatens his availability for the crucial clash with Manchester City, a match that follows City’s return after being found guilty of financial‑rule breaches.

Potential replacements

If Jacquet remains unavailable, Joe Gomez is the most likely alternative in Liverpool’s back line.

Getty images captured Jacquet’s strain before France’s Belgium game, illustrating the timing of the setback.

Broader injury picture

Liverpool also contend with the early returns of forwards Cody Gakpo and Alexander Isak from Netherlands and Sweden duty respectively, adding to the squad’s injury concerns.

Iraola expressed disappointment at the prospect of reshuffling his centre‑backs, recalling his earlier comments on Jacquet’s improving fitness after the international break.