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Carragher hails Agger return

28 Jul 2008 - 08:30:35

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Liverpool stalwart Jamie Carragher is delighted to see defensive colleague Daniel Agger back in action after a long battle back from a foot injury.

The 23-year-old Denmark international centre-half has not featured for the Reds since last September, having suffered several setbacks after seeming set to return.

However, Agger is not fighting fit and challenging for a starting spot alongside Carragher.

Carragher told the club's official website: "It's been really tough for Daniel. He was a big miss for us last season and we're delighted to have him back.

"He's a great player, but there are a lot of good players in a lot of different positions now fighting for a place now.

"We've got a big squad but we need to keep everyone fit."

However, Carragher's hopes of a fully-fit squad look to have already been shattered by new signing Philipp Degen.

The Switzerland wing-back, who joined the Reds from Borussia Dortmund this summer, suffered a groin strain during pre-season training in his homeland.

The 25-year-old may require surgery to correct the problem and if he does go under the knife, then he is almost certain to miss the start of the new season.