Rafael Benitez is to undergo minor surgery after being taken to hospital suffering from kidney stones. The problem is not serious and the Liverpool chief is expected to be back at work before the end of the week.
A Liverpool spokesman said: "Rafa was admitted to hospital last night after suffering problems with a kidney stone.
"He will undergo a minor operation this afternoon and is expected to return to work within two or three days.
"He remains in good spirits and everyone at Liverpool wishes him a very speedy recovery."