The international break tends to induce a mix of anxiety and hope among Liverpool supporters. History has shown that vital players often succumb to injury just when their teams need them most. With Liverpool vying for the Premier League title upon their return, the last thing fans want is bad news regarding player fitness.

Unfortunately, the latest updates from the international scene have sent shivers down many spines. Following a disheartening exit from the Netherlands camp due to injury concerns for Ryan Gravenberch, the situation took a turn for the worse. Liverpool's prized goalkeeper, Alisson Becker, was substituted during Brazil's 2-1 victory over Colombia because of a head injury sustained in a collision with former Tottenham defender Davinson Sanchez.

As fans awoke to reports of Alisson’s injury, panic inevitably set in. Valued at £67 million, Alisson has had a history of inconsistent fitness, making every injury scare a cause for concern. According to the Brazilian Football Federation, he is now classified as “doubtful” for Brazil's crucial match against Argentina slated for Wednesday night. Concussion protocols are now in effect, adding another layer of uncertainty to his availability.

Brazil's showdown in Buenos Aires is more than just another game; it's a significant opportunity to narrow the gap with Argentina at the top of the World Cup qualifying group. However, doing so without their first-choice goalkeeper could prove challenging.

In the match against Colombia, Brazil had its share of challenges. Under the management of Dorival Junior, the team's cohesion has been a work in progress, but they managed to secure a vital three points, thanks to a last-minute goal by Vinicius Junior. Liverpool fans had a vested interest in this match as well, with Luis Diaz representing Colombia. Despite the loss for his side, Reds supporters were delighted to see Diaz score past Alisson during the game.

As fans anxiously await further updates, the focus will surely remain on whether Alisson can recover quickly enough to take the field against Argentina, potentially risking his health for the sake of national pride. Will Liverpool’s key goalkeeper rise to the occasion, or will they face a formidable challenge without him? Stay tuned as we bring more updates on this unfolding story!