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Daniel Agger will miss Liverpool FC’s trip to Stoke City on Sunday after a scan confirmed he has suffered a calf strain.

The Reds centre-back limped off in the closing stages of the FA Cup third round victory over Oldham at Anfield last weekend.

Boss Brendan Rodgers had hoped it was only cramp but a scan has revealed damage to the muscle.

Agger will now undergo further assessment by the club’s medical staff to determine the full extent of the problem.

It’s a painful setback for the vice-captain who had only recently regained his place in the starting line up following a spell on the bench.

If it turns out to be only a grade one strain then Agger could be back in action within a fortnight. However, if there is a partial tear then he could face up to two months on the sidelines.

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