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Jurgen Klopp confirms 2 Liverpool players are back in training and provides update on Luis Diaz ahead of Southampton clash

Klopp gives update on trio ahead of Saints clash manager has confirmed that and Naby Keita are back in training and that is running on the pitch again. All three players have been dealing with injuries. Diaz has been sidelined since October 10 with a knee injury and has missed 13 games for Liverpool. The Colombian winger had made 12 appearances across competitions, scoring four goals and providing three assists before his injury. Meanwhile, Milner was forced off during the Reds' 2-0 win over Napoli on 1 November after a clash of heads. He missed Klopp's side's 2-1 victory over Tottenham Hotspur on November 6 and their triumph over Derby County on penalties in the Carabao Cup on November 9. The veteran midfielder has made 18 appearances in all competitions, providing an assist. Lastly, Keita has been battling a muscular problem since November 5, missing the victories over Spurs and Derby. The Guinean midfielder has made just one appearance this season as he struggles with fitness problems. However, Klopp has good news regarding the fitness and recovery of the trio. He spoke ahead of his side's clash with Southampton on November 12 at Anfield, saying (via ): “Nobody is out from the players available from midweek. Millie back in training today. Naby is out running." Klopp then touched on Matip, who has had a calf problem that has seen him miss five games for Liverpool. The Cameroonian defender has been out since October 11. He has made eight appearances this season, scoring one goal and helping the Reds keep two clean sheets. Klopp said: "Joel trained with us. He was with three-quarters of the session but is still out” The German coach then touched on Diaz's recovery, explaining how he is back running and looking good: "Luis Diaz (knee) is also now back running outside. Lucho is running outside, he looks really good.” Other injury updates include Diogo Jota, who remains unavailable with a calf problem. As does loanee Arthur Melo, who has a thigh issue and remains a long-term absence. Next up, we host Southampton at Anfield Next up, we host Southampton at Anfield Liverpool face the Saints in their final league game before the 2022 FIFA World Cup break. Klopp's side sit eighth in the league with five wins, four draws, and as many defeats.

Liverpool draw Manchester City in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup

Klopp and Guardiola face off once again Liverpool have drawn City in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup in what promises to be a tantalizing affair. The Reds are the holders, having beaten Chelsea in the final on penalties at Wembley Stadium in March. We’ll face Manchester City in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup We’ll face Manchester City in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup To successfully defend their crown, they will have to beat a Cityzens side that won it four times before Klopp's side's triumph last season. The Merseysiders did beat City 1-0 in the league on October 16, the only defeat Pep Guardiola's side have suffered this season. The two sides will battle at the Etihad Stadium on December 20. Paul Merson predicts the result of Newcastle vs Chelsea and other EPL GW 16 fixtures! Poll : 0 votes Quick Links More from Sportskeeda Thank You! Show More Comments No thanks Delete Cancel Update Reply ❮ ❯ No thanks Delete Cancel Update Reply ❮ ❯ Be the first one to comment on this story More from Sportskeeda Fetching more content... 1 Logout No Results Found