Liverpool defender Joe Gomez set to miss start of Premier League season through injury

Gomez, 29, was forced off inside the opening 10 minutes ‌of Liverpool's victory in ⁠Nashville ‌last week.

"Joe has a muscle injury. ​I think it was quite clear since ​he complained straight away, so it will depend how he ⁠evolves, ​but he will be some weeks off," Iraola told reporters.

"It's not massive, it's a normal ‌muscle injury, but I think it's going to be impossible to have him for the start of the season because we are not so far away."

Gomez's injury leaves Liverpool facing a ‌defensive setback as they complete ​their preparations for the ‌new season.

Liverpool, who finished fifth last term, begin their Premier League campaign at Newcastle United on August 23.