Skrtel could be out until Easter

Defender Martin Skrtel is expected to be out for the rest of the year at least, after suffering damage to his PCL (Posterior Cruciate Ligament) in the 3-2 win over Man City on Sunday.

The PCL is one of the main ligaments in the knee and although it is thought to be one of the strongest ligaments in the knee (the ACL is more commonly damaged) it accounts for around 20% of all knee injuries.

Typically, cruciate knee injuries require 6 months before returning to competitive sport, with the player not being