Jurgen Klopp has confirmed that Fabinho is back running, as he continues to recovery from injury.
The Brazilian hasn’t played for the Reds since picking up ankle injury against Napoli back in November.
Although Fabinho was a huge influence before his absence, Liverpool have excelled without him.
That being said, the 26-year-old’s return will be huge for Liverpool and he appears to nearing his comeback.
Speaking in his pre-Everton press conference on Friday, Klopp provided a positive update on Fabinho, adding that he won’t play a part in Sunday’s FA Cup Merseyside derby:
Fabinho is out on the pitch doing some running, Klopp confirms. Won't be available for Everton, though.
— David Lynch (@dmlynchlfc) January 3, 2020
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This is a huge boost for Liverpool, with Fabinho still seen in a protective boot not too ago.
Klopp is also without Naby Keita and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, leaving the Reds slightly short of options in the middle of the park.
Fabinho was arguably the world’s most dominant defensive midfielder before he got injured, highlighting how big his return will be.
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