Galatasaray have lodged an official complaint with UEFA and are considering legal action after Noa Lang suffered a serious thumb injury during their Champions League defeat at Liverpool. The Dutch forward required surgery after his thumb became trapped in a gap between an advertising hoarding and a barrier at Anfield.
The incident occurred in the 76th minute of the round of 16 second leg, which Liverpool won 4-0, progressing 4-1 on aggregate. Lang, a second-half substitute, needed oxygen as he left the pitch and was taken to hospital for an operation to repair the damage.
Galatasaray general secretary Eray Yazgan told Turkish outlet HTSport: 'After the match, we lodged a complaint with UEFA representatives. They conducted their investigation. UEFA will evaluate the issue. We are consulting with lawyers. We will submit our compensation claim to UEFA. We will request that our grievances regarding salaries be addressed. If our request is not met, a lawsuit may be filed. Our priority is the health of our players.'
Liverpool and UEFA officials were seen inspecting the advertising hoarding after the match. Galatasaray are seeking compensation for the time Lang is expected to miss while recovering.
