Torres fears for long-term health in England
Liverpool striker Fernando Torres fears a lengthy spell in the Premier League could result in chronic long-term injuries.
Torres is currently ruled out for the season with a reoccurring knee problem that has also limited him to just 22 appearances this season, although he has still scored 18 goals.
The Spanish international, who expects to be fit in time for the World Cup, is concerned at the physical toll of the English top-flight and is amazed that players like Steven Gerrard and Frank Lampard have performed at such a high level for so long.
"The Premier League is such a tough competition and I have always admired this championship and the players who are here," Torres told the News of the World.
'This is my third season and I'm still amazed to see Gerrard, Rooney and Lampard, players who have been here a long time, still playing at such a high level and with such impressive rhythm because the English league really wears down a player.”
Source: tehrantimes.com
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