Liverpool could welcome back another player from injury this evening when taking on Newcastle United at Anfield.
Jurgen Klopp was boosted by the return of Diogo Jota in the Boxing Day win at Burnley and could have Alexis Mac Allister back in the ranks after almost a month on the sidelines.
The Argentine international was seen in training this week and stands a chance of going straight back in the starting-eleven for the visit of the Magpies.
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There does remain a selection of stars unavailable to Klopp, however, who will be hoping this situation can soon improve. Below is a round-up of those currently sidelined, with seven players currently on the treatment table.
The Greek defender suffered a nasty collision following a challenge from Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka, which saw Tsimikas land awkwardly on his shoulder.
He clattered into Klopp on the touchline after being brought to ground by Saka and immediately appeared in serious pain.
Speaking after the 1-1 draw with the Gunners, the Liverpool boss confirmed it was not good news on Tsimikas. Klopp said: "He [Tsimikas] broke his collarbone at least. That's really bad for us."
Expected return date: Unknown
Mac Allister could make his return to action this evening, having been unavailable for selection since suffering a cut to his knee in the 1-0 win at Sheffield United earlier this month.
The Argentine's condition, initially thought to be minor, was worse than first feared and has therefore led to him missing multiple matches. But he was pictured in first-team training this week and is in contention to play
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