Sørloth doubt for Liverpool as Atlético reshuffle

Atlético's Champions League opener at Anfield is clouded by Sørloth's muscle injury and Ortiz's suspension.

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What happened. Atlético Madrid will be without Alexander Sørloth and Arnau Ortiz for their Champions League opener at Liverpool, with Sørloth still nursing a muscle injury and Ortiz suspended.

• Sørloth hasn't trained with the group since picking up the injury before the season.
• Ortiz's suspension dates back to a red card in a Conference League tie in 2024.
• Simeone must reshuffle his attack for the Anfield clash.

Sørloth's participation is being assessed ahead of Monday's training, but his situation is described as complicated.

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