Liverpool Rocked By News That Fernando Torres Is Facing Hernia Surgery

Fernando Torres has a hernia that could require surgery if he is overplayed, Rafael Benítez has been warned.

Liverpool's medical staff delivered the worrying prognosis during the build-up to the club's crucial Champions League match against Lyons on Wednesday.

Steven Gerrard is definitely out of the group E tie at the Stade Gerland because of a groin problem.