Gravenberch, Konate, Alexander-Arnold - Liverpool injury news and return dates vs Sparta Prague
Ryan Gravenberch was a welcome sight in Liverpool's open training session on Wednesday afternoon, whilst Jurgen Klopp provided update on Mohamed Salah's progress.
The Dutchman was last seen during the first half of last month's Carabao Cup Final triumph against Chelsea. He was carried from the Wembley Stadium pitch after being on the receiving end of a nasty-looking challenge from Moises Caicedo, and has luckily escaped a lengthy lay-off.
With Liverpool's midfield options depleted in the immediate aftermath of that match, this latest return is a major boost before two matches in quick succession ahead of the international break. It is unknown whether he will play a part against Sparta Prague, though a big role has been hinted for Salah.
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The Egyptian played portions of last week's first leg in the Czech Republic and Sunday's draw with Manchester City at Anfield - now the boss has suggested he will look to hand out another appearance to build fitness, despite his side holding a 5-1 first-leg advantage. There is also a crucial FA Cup quarter-final away to Manchester United this weekend to consider, so ahead of both matches here's Klopp's squad is shaping up...
Ryan Gravenberch
Injury: Ligament
Predicted return date: Thursday 14 vs Sparta Prague
What Klopp said: "It's a ligament injury, could have been much worse, but bad enough for being ruled out for this game, next game. We will see. So, we need miracles with a few players, so that's why I don't want to rule out for too long."
Ibrahima Konate
Injury: Muscle
Predicted return date: March 17 vs Manchester United
What Klopp said: "I
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