Thiago to miss the game against Ajax, awaiting tests

Thiago is out of Klopp's squad for the Champions League match against Ajax. The coach himself confirmed in a press conference that he will not play. The midfielder must be examined first to rule out serious injuries after the blow he suffered against Everton in the Premier League.

Richarlison made a hard tackle for which he later apologized. Klopp explained that it is best that the Spaniard does not travel to Amsterdam as a precaution. First, he wants the medical tests to take place and the official medical report to be issued.

This is a blow for the former Bayern Munich player, who already got off on the wrong foot because he tested positive for coronavirus and had to miss several fixtures. At the club, there is confidence that his physical problem will not be serious and that he can be back for the duel with Sheffield United at home.

But what Jürgen Klopp wants most of all is for him to be 100% fit for the next Champions League match, which will be against Midtjylland. Thiago is part of the cast that won the Champions League last season, so his presence will be vital in favour of going far in the competition - or winning it.