Goal has run a simulation of the remainder of 2016-17 and it looks like Jurgen Klopp's in for a rough ride with his Senegalese attacker sidelined
Liverpool's season success and Sadio Mane's existence in the squad appear intertwined - with him they look infinitely stronger than without him.
The Senegal international has scored 13 goals in 27 games, and also provided five assists, as Liverpool have mounted a strong challenge for Champions League qualification.
The Reds sit third with seven games to play and only six points separate the Reds and Arsenal, who lie in fifth.