Gravenberch ruled out for Fenerbahçe after heel injury
Ryan Gravenberch stayed in England for treatment and his availability for the weekend Premier League game is doubtful.
Liverpool will be without midfielder Ryan Gravenberch for Wednesday's Champions League trip to Fenerbahçe after the Dutch international was ruled out with a heel injury and did not travel with the squad, staying in England to continue treatment and rehabilitation. ([thisisanfield.com](https://www.thisisanfield.com/2026/11/ryan-gravenberch-fenerbahce-heel-injury/?utm_source=openai))
Manager Andoni Iraola confirmed the problem is causing him pain and said Gravenberch’s availability for Sunday’s Premier League game against Crystal Palace is uncertain; the final decision will depend on how he feels in the coming days. ([sports.yahoo.com](https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/gravenberch-left-off-champions-league-134613069.html?utm_source=openai))
Squad outlook and context
Liverpool arrived in Istanbul with a perfect nine points from their first three Champions League matches but are listed third in the group table ahead of the fourth-round fixture; the club’s objective is to extend their winning run in the competition despite recent Premier League disappointment. ([sportsmole.co.uk](https://www.sportsmole.co.uk/football/fenerbahce/champions-league/team-news/fenerbahce-vs-liverpool-injury-suspension-list-predicted-xis_608295.html?utm_source=openai))
Gravenberch was left behind at Liverpool’s training base to undergo further therapy rather than join the travelling party to Şükrü Saracoğlu Stadium. The midfielder had been used sparingly in recent matches while managing the issue. ([thisisanfield.com](https://www.thisisanfield.com/2026/11/liverpool-name-22-man-travelling-squad-to-play-fenerbahce/?utm_source=openai))
With the tie approaching, Liverpool will need to adjust their midfield options for the match in Istanbul and monitor Gravenberch’s recovery with an eye on the weekend league fixture.
The development is the latest injury concern in Liverpool’s squad this week as the coaching staff finalises the travel list and preparations for the Champions League clash.
Photo: press material from the event
