Ryan Gravenberch comments on his injury

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Liverpool midfielder Ryan Gravenberch has addressed concerns over his fitness after being substituted at half-time during a Netherlands international match.

Gravenberch was withdrawn in the second half of the Dutch national team's 4-0 win over Finland, prompting questions about a possible injury. National team coach Ronald Koeman confirmed that the substitution was a precaution due to a minor hamstring issue reported by Gravenberch himself. Koeman emphasized they did not want to take any risks with the player's fitness.

In response to the speculation, Gravenberch clarified that the withdrawal was partly related to managing fitness across the long season and was more of a precautionary measure than a serious injury. He reassured fans by stating he was feeling good and maintained the manager’s confidence.

The 23-year-old midfielder has been a key figure for Liverpool and the Netherlands, starting regularly under Liverpool manager Arne Slot and in the Dutch national side. Despite the recent absence due to suspension in August, Gravenberch has featured consistently in Premier League and Champions League matches since.

Further reassurance came from BBC Sport journalist Nizaar Kinsella, who reported that Gravenberch's withdrawal from the Netherlands squad was purely precautionary following a knock sustained during a Carabao Cup final. Kinsella indicated that the player is expected to return in time for Liverpool’s crucial campaign stages, further calming injury concerns among supporters.

Overall, while Liverpool and the Netherlands are monitoring Gravenberch’s fitness closely, current updates suggest his situation is stable and managed with caution to ensure his availability for upcoming fixtures.