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Iraola updates on Jacquet's return and Gomez's injury status

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 1:35 AM

Last updated Jul 26, 2026

Iraola updates on Jacquet's return and Gomez's injury status

Summary

Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola confirmed that Jeremy Jacquet missed the team's 4-2 win over Sunderland due to a minor issue. Jacquet has been training well but will likely be unavailable for the midweek match against Wrexham. He may return for the match against Leeds on August 4. Joe Gomez sustained an injury in the first minutes of the game, further straining Liverpool's center-back options, with Virgil van Dijk and Giovanni Leoni also unavailable. Iraola emphasized the need for depth in defense as the pre-season progresses.

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Status Watch

•Jacquet missed the 4-2 win over Sunderland due to injury.
•Iraola expects Jacquet to play against Leeds on August 4.
•Gomez left the game early with an injury.
•Liverpool's center-back options are limited with multiple injuries.
•Iraola calls for more depth in the squad amid injury concerns.

Latest Updates

1:35 AMYahoo Sports — Andoni Iraola hints at when Jeremy Jacquet could feature after Joe Gomez injury setback

What they're saying

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Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola has indicated when Jeremy Jacquet is likely to be available for selection, with the Frenchman having missed the 4-2 win over Sunderland in Nashville.Shortly before k...
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