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Joel Matip set to be out for the rest of the season as Liverpool defender is likely to have surgery on thigh injury

Liverpool defender Joel Matip is expected for be out for the rest of the season as he is likely to have surgery on a thigh injury.

Matip suffered the injury during the Reds' 2-1 win at Crystal Palace on Saturday although he did play the full match.

However following a medical examination after the game, it has been revealed Matip may need an operation to heal the injury, according to Liverpool's official website.

Joel Matip is expected for be out for rest of season as he is likely to have surgery on thigh injury
Joel Matip is expected for be out for rest of season as he is likely to have surgery on thigh injury

As a result the centre back is set to miss the rest of the season.