Potential Comeback: Liverpool Player in Controversial Brawl Eyes Return for Merseyside Derby Clash Against Everton

The upcoming Merseyside Derby between Liverpool and Everton is generating significant excitement, but the Reds are grappling with a notable injury concern. Defender Andy Robertson, who had previously been involved in an ugly brawl against Everton, was forced off the field with a suspected dislocated shoulder during Scotland’s Euro 2024 qualifier against Spain.

The incident occurred when Robertson was inadvertently landed on by Spanish goalkeeper Unai Simon, leaving the Scottish defender in serious pain. As Liverpool awaits a full assessment of the severity of Robertson’s injury, it appears likely that he will miss the upcoming derby against the Toffees.

In Robertson’s absence, Kostas Tsimikas, the backup left-back, may be handed a start at Anfield in the highly-anticipated clash. Tsimikas, who was involved in last season’s Merseyside Derby brawl at Anfield, found himself at the center of the altercation when Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford collided with Robertson.

The incident escalated into a heated altercation between both sets of players, with Tsimikas facing scrutiny from Everton winger Demarai Gray. Gray mistakenly identified Tsimikas as the instigator and gave the Liverpool substitute a shove, leading to Toffees midfielder Amadou Onana joining the fray.

As tensions rose, Tsimikas defended himself before being pulled away by fitness coach Andreas Kornmayer, while Onana had to be restrained by three stewards. Notably, Everton defender Conor Coady escaped any punishment despite being seen placing his hand on Robertson’s neck and repeatedly telling him to ‘f**k off.’

With these intriguing storylines surrounding the derby, football fans are in for a thrilling encounter at Anfield, as the rivalry between Liverpool and Everton continues to provide intense drama on and off the pitch.