Glen Johnson Injury: Updates on Liverpool Star's Status and Return

Featured ColumnistDecember 14, 2014

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 06: Glen Johnson of Liverpool during the Barclays Premier League match between Liverpool and Sunderland at Anfield on December 6, 2014 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Scott Heavey/Getty Images)

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Liverpool's already porous defence lost one of its most experienced members after it was reported that Glen Johnson would not play again in 2014. However, he is now on the cusp of a return.

Continue for updates.

Johnson Nearing Comeback

Thursday, Jan. 22

Brendan Rodgers has confirmed Johnson is back in training, per James Pearce of the Liverpool Echo:

James Pearce @JamesPearceEcho
Rodgers: "Allen back training, Johnson as well, he will be available and Mario has trained. Brad Jones still missing."

Torn Groin Rocks Johnson for End of 2014

Tuesday, Dec. 16

According to the Liverpool Echo's James Pearce, Johnson will play no part in the Reds' festive programme:

James Pearce @JamesPearceEcho
Glen Johnson facing a long lay-off after tearing his groin v United. Will miss entire festive schedule. #LFC

Johnson Withdrawn With Groin Problem

Sunday, Dec. 14

Liverpool's poor start to the 2014-15 season took another potential turn for the worst on Sunday, as defender Glen Johnson had to leave the match against Manchester United due to an injury.

Liverpool tweeted the substitution:

Liverpool FC @LFC
#LFC substitution: Kolo Toure is introduced for Glen Johnson, who has picked up an injury.

Johnson has made 11 appearances for Liverpool in the Premier League this season, scoring a goal and earning a solid 7.16 average match rating from WhoScored.com. He's been one of the steadier options in the back for Liverpool and is one of the more experienced players on the club, so his absence will certainly be felt if his injury is a serious one.

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