Ronald Koeman reveals Ryan Gravenberch injury worry

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Netherlands manager Ronald Koeman has expressed concern over the fitness of Liverpool midfielder Ryan Gravenberch, revealing that the player is managing a minor injury issue. Gravenberch was substituted at halftime during the Netherlands' recent international fixture, prompting questions about his immediate availability for club and country. Speaking to Dutch broadcaster NOS, Koeman confirmed that the decision to bring Gravenberch off was precautionary and due to a minor fitness problem rather than a more serious injury.

Gravenberch has been an important figure for both the Netherlands national team and Liverpool, where he has started every Premier League match this season. His form and energy in midfield have been central to his team's performances, making his potential absence a significant talking point. Koeman, while acknowledging Gravenberch's development and the intensity he brings to matches, also noted tactical issues during the game, such as players—including Gravenberch—sometimes drifting out of position, which affected the team's effectiveness.

The midfielder's situation is now being closely monitored ahead of Liverpool's upcoming fixtures, as well as for the remainder of the Netherlands' international commitments. Liverpool fans, in particular, will be eager for updates on Gravenberch's condition, given his recent importance to the squad. For now, the outlook appears cautiously optimistic, with Koeman and club staff likely to assess Gravenberch's recovery over the coming days before making any decisions about his participation in future matches.

In the meantime, Koeman has made it clear that, despite a comfortable win, there are still aspects of the Dutch team's play that need improvement. He highlighted the need for greater positional discipline and consistency, even as he continues to rely on key players like Gravenberch to drive the team forward.