Liverpool Fans Left Baffled as Injured Alexis Mac Allister Joins Argentina Squad
Liverpool’s injury woes have taken a bizarre turn, with midfielder Alexis Mac Allister joining Argentina’s squad for their upcoming World Cup qualifiers despite being withdrawn from the Crystal Palace match with a suspected groin injury.
The 24-year-old was substituted at half-time on Saturday, with manager Arne Slot explaining that Mac Allister felt the injury was too severe to continue playing. However, it appears that the midfielder has defied medical advice and flown to Miami to link up with his national team.
This decision has left Liverpool fans scratching their heads, with many taking to social media to express their frustration. "It’s utter madness," wrote one fan. "People say club can’t do anything. But [Kai] Havertz stayed at Arsenal. [Phil] Foden at City last time. If you come off at half-time, it means that you’re not fully fit."
Another fan added: "Most clubs pull their players the moment a player gets a small injury, but nah not us we allow them to fly across the globe." A third wrote: "As always, the Reds seem to be the only club that is incapable of keeping players back from these ludicrous internationals. Why on earth is he flying across the world for two meaningless games when he’s injured?"
Mac Allister has been a key player for Argentina since their World Cup triumph in 2022, and usually starts when at full fitness. However, his decision to join the squad despite his injury has raised questions about his commitment to the club.
Liverpool face a tough set of fixtures after the international break, and a rest could be a sensible decision for Mac Allister. However, it remains to be seen whether he will play a role in Argentina’s matches or return to the Reds earlier than expected.
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