Xavi Simons Sidelined After Ankle Injury in Champions League

RB Leipzig's Xavi Simons will miss several weeks due to a ligament injury in his left ankle, sustained during the Champions League match against Liverpool. The Dutch midfielder, on loan from PSG, was injured after a clash with Liverpool's Andrew Robertson and will require medical evaluation.

RB Leipzig midfielder Xavi Simons is facing weeks on the sidelines after a ligament injury to his left ankle during the Champions League match against Liverpool. The Bundesliga club confirmed the Dutch international's condition, who was involved in a collision with Andrew Robertson that led to his substitution.

While Leipzig has not yet decided how to treat the injury, the 21-year-old's absence will be felt. Simons, who has 24 caps for the Netherlands, played a pivotal role in all four of their Nations League games in September and October.

The Dutch national team, currently second in Group A3, is gearing up to face Hungary and Bosnia next month, aiming for a spot in the quarter-finals, as they adapt their strategy without Simons.

(With inputs from agencies.)