Liverpool football player Robbie Keane has now been missing for over 48 hours, Merseyside police have confirmed.
The Irish Striker, who was originally purchased by Liverpool for £19M from Tottenham was last seen in the last few minutes of the match against Wigan.
Since that time though he has not been seen by any of his teammates. Furthermore, he was notably missing from the Liverpool vs Chelsea match this afternoon.
The police spokesman confirmed that the entire situation has become "very suspicious" and the disappearance is being looked into with "all available resources".
As yet it is believed that no ransom note has received by either the club or the police.
Rafa Benitez's home and car have been searched for any incriminating evidence however nothing has been found.