Liverpool receive double injury boost: One major doubt for West Ham Liverpool fans react as Joel Matip could go to the AFCON

The England striker has missed Liverpool’s last three matches with a calf problem.

The injury is not thought to be serious but is a concern given his history of fitness problems.

Liverpool fans react as Joel Matip could go to the AFCON

Tue, December 6, 2016

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Click through the gallery for the best reactions to the new Liverpool ace Joel Matip could head to the Africa Cup of Nations with Cameroon in January

The Liverpool Echo say the club are hopeful Sturridge will be able to rejoin training when the team return from their warm-weather break in Barcelona.

The first-team squad flew to the city following their defeat to Bournemouth.

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Daniel Sturridge faces a race to fit for West Ham

Sadio Mane limped off during Sunday’s dramatic loss but the report claims he has recovered and even trained earlier today.

Manager Jurgen Klopp will have also been boosted by the return of Joel Matip to light training. 

Matip has been crucial to Liverpool’s defence this season, forming a strong partnership with Dejan Lovren.

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