Liverpool duo Diogo Jota and Joe Gomez should miss "weeks rather than months" through injury, says head coach Arne Slot.

Arne Slot says that Diogo Jota will be out for “weeks rather than months” after the Liverpool attacker suffered another agonising injury setback. The Portugal international missed Saturday’s dramatic win at Brentford after complaining of discomfort in a muscle following the midweek draw with Nottingham Forest.

Liverpool’s pursuit of Premier League glory encountered hurdles, with key players sidelined due to injuries. Yet, amidst these setbacks, Liverpool, led by Arne Slot, maintain a six-point lead at the top of the table. With crucial fixtures on the horizon, the fitness of Diogo Jota and Joe Gomez is under intense scrutiny.

Arne Slot has said Liverpool’s Joe Gomez is “not in a good place” with a hamstring injury with the head coach believing the defender will be unavailable “for a few weeks”. The 27-year-old had to be replaced in the 37th minute of Sunday’s 5-0 win at West Ham United by Jarell Quansah and could now be sidelined for a prolonger period.

Diogo Jota is facing “weeks” out after suffering a fresh injury setback, Arne Slot has confirmed. The Liverpool forward scored off the bench to earn Liverpool a point against Nottingham Forest last week,

Diogo Jota is out again after sustaining an injury in Liverpool's game against Nottingham Forest and he is set for several weeks on the sidelines, according to Arne Slot