Last update on.From section LiverpoolAndy Robertson was forced to leave the pitch in Liverpool's preseason draw against BilbaoAfter a scan showed ankle ligament damage, Andy Robertson will not be able to start Liverpool's Premier League season.After sustaining a right ankle injury shortly before half-time, the left-back from Scotland, 27 was helped by Liverpool's 1-1 friendly draw against Athletic Bilbao.Robertson was discharged from the hospital Monday on crutches and wearing a protective bootHe stated on Twitter that while the scan indicated nothing major, there was some ligament damage that will need to be repaired. External-link"I will be grafting daily so that I can help them again sooner than later."Liverpool has yet to confirm the extent and timeframe of the damage.Brazil striker Roberto Firmino scored two goals, following Takumi Minamino’s deflected opener. The Reds defeated Osasuna 3-1 in friendly on Monday night.After a 36m move from RB Leipzig, Ibrahima Konate signed as a new Anfield player.Jurgen Klopp's side opens their league campaign Saturday at Norwich City, then faces Burnley and Chelsea.He said, "I think Andy was lucky. It could have been worse.""The footage wasn't too good, but we were lucky and it won't take too long. "Before the international break in early September, after the international break I don't know [when] he will return."
