Liverpool's Hamann out until November
Liverpool midfielder Dietmar Hamann has been ruled out of action until November because of the recurrence of a shin injury.
The German international underwent surgery on the problem earlier this summer and it had been thought it had cleared up after he played in the club's pre-season tour of the Far East.
But Liverpool's official website today confirmed the injury had flared up again and Hamann, 29, underwent another operation in Germany last night.
Anfield boss Gerard Houllier said: 'It is a blow for the player and for the club. Things like this show why it is so important we have a strong squad.' More to follow...