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Won't train for another two weeks Tsimikas is not expected to train for another two weeks after having Collarbone surgery, according to assistant manager Pepijn Lijnders. "Kostas is now four weeks after surgery, so...

Impact Tsimikas still seems to be some ways out from a return, as he will not be returning to training with the first team for another two weeks. He is only four weeks out from his surgery, so this should come as no surprise, with the team having to wait for his bone to heal after his fall into manager Jurgen Klopp during their draw with Arsenal on Dec. 23. He will hope to have trained by the end of the first week in February, and to possibly return for their match against Burnley on Feb. 10.

JANUARY 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to train in January Tsimikas (collarbone) is expected back on the training pitch in January. Assistant manager Pepijn Lijnders told reporters Tuesday, "Same for Kostas. Kostas is progressing really we...

Impact Depending on when Tsimikas gets back on the training pitch, it's possible he could be an option against Chelsea on Jan. 31. With Trent Alexander-Arnold (knee) facing multiple weeks on the sideline, the return of Tsimikas would provide a significant boost to Liverpool's defensive options.

JANUARY 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Running individually Tsimikas (collarbone) was running individually in training Friday.

Impact Tsimikas and Andrew Robertson (shoulder) are both working their way back from serious left shoulder injuries. This has prompted the loan recall of Owen Beck, who is a Cup option while the two recover. Tsimikas should return around the same time as Robertson meaning Tsimikas will likely return to the bench behind Robertson.

JANUARY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Liverpool defender Tsimikas injured after colliding with Klopp in game against Arsenal

Liverpool defender Kostas Tsimikas broke his collarbone when he collided with Jurgen Klopp on the sideline during the English Premier League game against Arsenal at Anfield

DECEMBER 23, 2023 • Associated Press

Broken collarbone confirmed Tsimikas (collarbone) has been confirmed to have a broken collarbone after an ugly collision on the sidelines against Arsenal, according to manager Jurgen Klopp, per Theo Squires o...

Impact Tsimikas will be facing an extended period on the sidelines, having been confirmed to have broken his collarbone in Saturday's match against Arsenal. This is a very unfortunate loss for Liverpool, now being without their first two options at left-back, with Andy Robertson also out due to a shoulder injury. Tsimikas should now be expected to miss the next six to eight weeks of play due to the injury. Luckily, the international break is about to take place, giving him almost three additional weeks to recover without a contest. He will be slotted for a return versus Arsenal on Feb. 4, the same club he encountered his injury against. The defender will hope for a speedy recovery, with Joe Gomez most likely holding down the left flank in defense while Robertson and Tsimikas recover from their injury woes.

DECEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Early exit against Arsenal Tsimikas was taken off in the 35th minute of Saturday's contest against Arsenal, having gone down with an apparent shoulder injury.

Impact Tsimikas is the newest Liverpool left-back to end up on the injury list, having exited Saturday's match early with an injured shoulder after colliding with manager Jurgen Klopp on the sidelines. This will now leave Liverpool very limited in the flanks of the defense, already having Andrew Robertson out due to a shoulder problem as well. Joe Gomez replaced the hurt Tsimikas and will most likely remain in the starting XI if his fellow teammate's injury is serious, as the club now has no true outside backs and will be forced to play some players outside their regular positions.

DECEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in win Tsimikas assisted once to go with six crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 4-3 victory against Fulham.

Impact Tsimikas isn't Andrew Robertson, but he's certainly not a bad backup on the stat sheet. The left-back found an assist and peppered the Fulham box with a plethora of dangerous crosses. He might be the backup and rotational option but Tsimikas has shown exactly why his contract was extended as he fills in for Robertson somewhat seamlessly.

DECEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists twice Tsimikas assisted twice to go with one shot (zero on goal), 10 crosses (three accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 3-0 win over Brentford.

Impact Tsimikas has not looked good while Andrew Robertson (shoulder) has been out but at the end of the day he fills the scoresheet with ease. The defender earned a pair of assists and showed some impressive attacking form. Robertson is still some ways away from fitness so Tsimikas has plenty of minutes ahead of him in December.

NOVEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Big volume in start Tsimikas recorded eight crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 2-0 win versus Everton.

Impact Tsimikas got the start with Andrew Robertson (shoulder) sidelined and made the most of it. Tsimikas certainly isn't as a complete of a player as Robertson but he is an impressive attacking full-back who should have sky-high upside during the multiple months Robertson is expected to be on the sideline.

OCTOBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Signs contract extension Tsimikas has signed a contract extension with Liverpool, the club announced Monday.

Impact Since signing for Liverpool, Tsimikas has made 63 appearances and provided 12 assists. He remains the backup of Andrew Robertson, so his fantasy upside is almost non-existent unless the Scotland international suffers an injury. Still, the club rates him high enough to keep him around for the foreseeable future.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains as backup option Tsimikas ends the season totaling 13 starts in 26 appearances in all competitions, generating six assists on 129 crosses (33 accurate).

Impact Despite just a backup role, Tsimikas was able to produce when he got the chance to play, averaging about 5.8 crosses per match with a career high of assists. Andrew Robertson seems to continue to be the favorite to start and will continue to heading into the 2023/24 campaign.

JUNE 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Five crosses in start Tsimikas had five crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Wednesday's 1-0 victory against Fulham.

Impact Tsimikas got the start after five matches as an unused substitute. Andrew Robertson is still the starter and nearly impossible to displace but Tsimikas once again showed how good he is when on the pitch. The left-back will remain a fringe option as he spends the majority of his time on the bench.

MAY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Man City vs. Liverpool turns toxic again after 4-1 rout

Manchester City’s 4-1 rout of Liverpool was marred by more off-field trouble as one of English soccer’s fiercest rivalries turned toxic again

APRIL 1, 2023 • Associated Press

'Ask Tsimikas if I lack respect' - Pep Guardiola frustrated by celebration question Pep Guardiola doesn't think he showed Kostas Tsimikas a lack of respect by celebrating in front of him during Manchester City's win over Liv...

APRIL 1, 2023 • SKY.COM

Available versus Manchester City Tsimikas (ribs) is a substitute option for Saturday's clash with Liverpool.

Impact Tsimikas picked up a small issue during his time with Greece, but it's not severe enough to sideline him, and he'll be able to deputize Andrew Robertson as usual.

APRIL 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Injured on international duty Tsimikas was forced out of Monday's friendly with Greece because of a rib issue, reports Giannis Chorianopolous of Sportime.gr.

Impact Tsimikas has started just once for Liverpool since the first week in January and now he's injured over the break, which won't help playing time in the next month. Without Champions League in the schedule, there won't be many opportunities for Tsimikas to steal minutes from Andrew Robertson, as most of his playing time this season came with the latter was injured.

MARCH 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists for clean sheet Tsimikas assisted once to go with five crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Wednesday's 2-0 victory versus Wolverhampton.

Impact Tsimikas frankly looked shaky on the defensive side of the ball throughout the first half, but he was a completely different player after half time. In the end, his efforts paced the squad in total crosses and corners, and his 77th minute assist helped seal the victory for Liverpool.

MARCH 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Liverpool beats Wolves 2-0, closes in on 4th place in EPL

Liverpool boosted its chances of getting back in the Champions League qualification places in the Premier League by beating Wolverhampton 2-0 thanks to second-half goals by Virgil...

MARCH 1, 2023 • Associated Press

Available against Chelsea Tsimikas (back) is on the bench for Saturday's game versus Chelsea.

Impact Tsimikas hurt his back midweek, but he won't miss time, and he'll continue backing up Andrew Robertson at the left-back position.

JANUARY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tweaks back in Cup win Tsimikas suffered a knock to his back in Tuesday's Cup win against Wolves, according to manager Jurgen Klopp.

Impact This doesn't seem serious, but it's a short week so there's a chance Tsimikas misses Saturday's match. He's remained fairly healthy this season and went the full 90 Tuesday, so the thought is that this is only a minor issue. Of course, he remains the backup to Andrew Robertson in league play, where Tsimikas has just two starts in the last eight chances.

JANUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tsimikas: Why full-back is demanding in a Klopp team, 'Greek Scouser' nickname and camel riding with Salah Tsimikas explains why playing full-back is the most demanding position in a Klopp team, his FA Cup winning penalty and friendship with Salah

DECEMBER 21, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Excellent volume during win Tsimikas had 13 crosses (three accurate) and four corners in Tuesday's 2-0 win versus Napoli.

Impact Tsimikas led the way with 13 crosses as he went the full 90 in a rare start while Andrew Robertson is fit. The left-back has earned more playing time with his brilliant form in all competitions and could see more use as a rotational option after the World Cup break. In the Premier League he remains behind Robertson in the pecking order, though Tsimikas is an elite option when starting.

NOVEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Kostas Tsimikas claims Darwin Nunez is Liverpool's 'goal machine' Kostas Tsimikas praises Liverpool ‘goal machine’ Darwin Nunez after winner against West Ham.

OCTOBER 20, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Assists again Tsimikas assisted once to go with eight crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Wednesday's 1-0 win over West Ham United.

Impact Tsimikas has made just seven starts in all competitions but has five assists in those matches. The left-back has been wildly productive when in the starting XI, with plenty of volume and a role on set-pieces to go with it. It appears that his role will continue to grow as he is becoming more frequently rotated with Andrew Robertson, as opposed to being purely an understudy.

OCTOBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Assists early Tsimikas assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (one accurate), and two corners in Wednesday's 7-1 victory over Rangers FC.

Impact Tsimikas assisted for Liverpool's first goal, setting up Roberto Firmino with an in-swinging corner. The left-back was once again excellent in relief of Andrew Robertson, though Robertson came off the bench in the second half, a sign that Tsimikas' time in the starting XI could be coming to an end. Tsimikas has proven once again to be an elite option any time he is in the starting XI, with excellent volume and a role on set-pieces.

OCTOBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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