LIVERPOOL will have to wait to discover the full extent of striker Fernando Torres' knee injury after he was examined by a specialist.

The Spain international missed Sunday's goalless draw at home to Fulham – a result which caused a huge dent in Liverpool's top-four aspirations – to travel to Spain for an assessment.

He received some treatment yesterday, but will be reassessed later in the week when the specialist will have a better idea of how the problem is likely to affect the rest of Torres' season.

Liverpool's next match is not until Monday, when they play host to West Ham United.