Liverpool have been handed a significant injury boost ahead of their highly anticipated derby clash against Everton at Anfield, with the latest fitness scare being averted during the international break.
The Reds were sweating over the fitness of several key players, but it appears that the majority of their squad has returned from international duty unscathed, providing a welcome boost to Jurgen Klopp's preparations for the massive showdown.
The Merseyside derby is always a fiercely contested and intense affair, with both sets of players giving it their all in a bid to claim local bragging rights. This season's encounter promises to be no different, with Liverpool looking to maintain their push for a top-four finish and Everton seeking to pull away from the relegation zone.
Liverpool's injury boost is particularly timely, given the importance of the fixture and the fact that they have a number of key players who have been struggling with fitness issues in recent weeks. The return to fitness of these players will provide Klopp with a welcome selection headache, as he looks to pick a team that can take all three points against their local rivals.
The international break has also given Liverpool's players a chance to rest and recover from the demands of a hectic fixture schedule, which has seen them compete in multiple competitions and travel extensively in recent months. This break will have been particularly beneficial for players who have been carrying knocks or niggles, as it has given them a chance to receive treatment and work on their fitness away from the spotlight.
As the countdown to the derby clash continues, Liverpool will be looking to build on their recent good form and make it a successful return to action after the international break. With their injury boost and the return of their players from international duty, they will be confident of getting a positive result against Everton and maintaining their push for a top-four finish.
The match promises to be an exciting and intense encounter, with both sets of players giving it their all in a bid to claim the local bragging rights. With Liverpool's injury boost and the return of their players from international duty, they will be looking to make it a successful return to action and take all three points against their local rivals.