Liverpool have been rocked by the news that both Daniel Agger and Xabi Alonso will be absence through injury for a significant period. Agger has been diagnosed with a broken metatarsal while Alonso has apparently suffered a similar setback. Depending on the rehabilitation period both players are said to be out for at least six weeks.
The absence of Agger is the more significant for Fantasy Managers. Hypia now seems certain to get a run of games in the side alongside Carragher and will now become a popular transfer target. Arbeloa is also an option for Rafa and Agger’s absence seems set to further secure his place in the starting lineup. Mascherano and Sissoko will fight it out for the midfield spot alongside Gerrard.