And the Reds’ first game back from the international break couldn’t be much bigger for supporters as they take on Everton in the Merseyside derby at Anfield on Saturday (12.30pm BST).
Really, the game is only three points on paper. But Jürgen Klopp knows well how important it is for supporters to claim City bragging rights.
Liverpool are already sweating on some of their key players ahead of Sean Dyche’s visit to Everton, with their injury list growing during the break. Here’s the latest on when some of those on the treatment table might return.
1. Cody Gakpo – Knee
The striker resigned just moments after scoring the equalizer in Liverpool’s 2-1 defeat to Tottenham. Gakpo missed the Reds’ last two games and was dropped from Dutch duty. But Gakpo no longer uses a knee brace and moves on his own, and his problem is not as bad as first feared. Possible second leg: Everton (H), Sat 21 October. Photos: Ryan Pierse/Getty Images
2. Caoimhin Kelleher – knee
The goalkeeper suffered a concussion during training that required 12 stitches. He missed Liverpool’s previous two matches and was also left out of the Irish squad. Possible second leg: Everton (H), Saturday 21.10. Photo: Andrew Powell/Liverpool FC via Getty Images
3. Diogo Jota – suspension
The Porguesea striker is available again after a one-match ban. He played twice for his country’s national team during the international break. Return match: Everton (H), Saturday 21.10.
4. Andy Robertson – Shoulder
The left-back suffered his problem in Scotland’s 2-0 defeat to Spain last week. Robertson returned to Merseyside for treatment, although Scotland boss Steve Clarke was unsure of the severity of Robertson’s problem. Possible Return: N/A Photo: Andrew Powell/Liverpool FC via Getty Images
The wait for Liverpool to return to action is almost over.
And the Reds’ first game back from the international break couldn’t be much bigger for supporters as they take on Everton in the Merseyside derby at Anfield on Saturday (12.30pm BST).
Really, the game is only three points on paper. But Jürgen Klopp knows well how important it is for supporters to claim City bragging rights. 5. Ben Doak – Unknown
The teenage winger missed Scotland Under-21s’ 2-1 win over Malta with an unknown problem. Possible Return: N/A Photo: Andrew Powell/Liverpool FC via Getty Images
6. Stefan Bajacetic – calf
After the adductor operation in March, Bajcetic made two appearances before suffering a muscle problem, which is normal after a long-term problem. Klopp is not pressuring the 19-year-old midfielder to make a quick comeback. Possible Return: N/A Photo: Andrew Powell/Liverpool FC via Getty Images
7. Thiago Alcantara – hip
The midfielder is still playing this season after undergoing hip surgery in April. Thiago suffered a number of setbacks and did not train on grass again last week, according to Klopp. Possible Return: N/A Photo: Andrew Powell/Liverpool FC via Getty Images
8. Conor Bradley – Back
A 20-year-old has a stress fracture that can occur during the growth process. The right-back is again running the turf, but Liverpool are slowly building him up. Possible return: November Photo: Andrew Powell/Liverpool FC via Getty Images
The wait for Liverpool to return to action is almost over.
And the Reds’ first game back from the international break couldn’t be much bigger for the supporters as they take on Everton in the Merseyside derby at Anfield on Saturday (12.30pm BST).
True, on paper the game is only three points. But Jürgen Klopp knows well how important it is for supporters to claim City bragging rights. 9. Curtis Jones – Suspension
The Liverpool midfielder has two more Premier League games to play after his ban against Spurs. Second leg: Toulouse (H) Thursday 26 October. Photos: Ryan Pierse/Getty Images
The wait for Liverpool to return to action is almost over.
And the Reds’ first game back from the international break couldn’t be much bigger for the supporters as they take on Everton in the Merseyside derby at Anfield on Saturday (12.30pm BST). Really, the game is only three points on paper. But Jürgen Klopp knows well how important it is for supporters to claim City bragging rights.
Liverpool are already sweating on some of their key players ahead of Sean Dyche’s visit to Everton, with their injury list growing during the break. Here’s the latest on when some of those on the treatment table might return.
1. Cody Gakpo – Knee
The striker resigned just moments after scoring the equalizer in Liverpool’s 2-1 defeat to Tottenham. Gakpo missed the Reds’ last two games and was dropped from Dutch duty. But Gakpo no longer uses a knee brace and moves on his own, and his problem is not as bad as first feared. Possible replay: Everton (H), Sat 21 October. Photos: Ryan Pierse/Getty Images
2. Caoimhin Kelleher – Knee
The goalkeeper suffered a concussion during training that required 12 stitches. He missed Liverpool’s previous two matches and was also left out of the Irish squad. Possible replay: Everton (H), Sat 21 October. Photo: Andrew Powell/Liverpool FC via Getty Images
3. Diogo Jota – suspension
The Porguesea forward is available again after a one-match ban. He played twice for his country’s national team during the international break. Return match: Everton (H), Saturday 21.10.
4. Andy Robertson – Shoulder
The left-back suffered his problem in Scotland’s 2-0 defeat to Spain last week. Robertson returned to Merseyside for treatment, although Scotland boss Steve Clarke was unsure of the severity of Robertson’s problem. April Revenue: N/A Photo: Andrew Powell/Liverpool FC per Getty Images
