Adam Lallana injury: Liverpool key man limps off injured in Spain clash and in doubt to face former club Southampton
LIVERPOOL have been dealt a major fitness scare with Adam Lallana facing a race to be fit to face former club Southampton.
Lallana limped off after 24 minutes during England’s friendly match against Spain and is now a major doubt for the Premier League match on Saturday.
Adam Lallana suffered an injury early in England’s friendly against SpainReutersAdam Lallana slots home the penalty to give England the lead before limping offReuters
The news will be a concern for Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp who has helped Lallana become an integral part of his table-topping side this season.
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Lallana has emerged as one of England's most influential players in recent matches, finally adding goals to his all-round game.
Adam Lallana nnow faces a race to be fit to play for Liverpool against his former club SouthamptonReuters
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His early penalty to put the Three Lions ahead against Spain was his third in three matches at international level.
The 28-year-old is also in the form of his life at club level, playing a major role in helping Klopp's side move to the top of the Premier League.
While Philipe Countinho has grabbed the headlines with his dazzling displays, Lallana's pressing and ability on the ball has provided the ideal platform for his teammates.
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