Source: Daily_Mail
Gerrard in line for Liverpool comeback against Manchester City
On the mend: Gerrard is making good progress[LNB] Liverpool [LNB]captain Steven Gerrard could make his return from a hamstring injury against Manchester City on Sunday. [LNB]The England midfielder suffered the tear in the Merseyside derby on February 4 and was initially expected to be out for three weeks - with the Champions League clash with Real Madrid thought to be his most likely target. [LNB]Now Reds manager Rafa Benitez, whose side rely on Gerrard's surging runs and goals from behind the striker, has opened the door for a potential return from the bench at the weekend. [LNB]The Spaniard said Gerrard had reacted well to treatment and was eager to get back on the pitch as soon as possible. [LNB]'He is improving. In these situations each day is important. He is working with the medical staff and is progressing,' Benitez told the club's official website.[LNB]'Normally he is a player who recovers quickly. He needs less time than other players.[LNB]'I was surprised because the Spanish press said he'd play some minutes this weekend and then play against Real Madrid, but the truth is we don't know yet. [LNB]'Maybe he could be on the bench against City but we don't know. He wants to play every single game. He knows the game against City will be very important, and also the Real Madrid one too.' [LNB] MARTIN SAMUEL: How many Liverpool players are good enough for United's team?[LNB]It's all yours! Wenger concedes Sir Alex has the title won with his 'untouchable' Man United[LNB]Anfield goal king Torres lauds master tactician Benitez[LNB]LIVERPOOL FC NEWS FROM ACROSS THE NET[LNB] [LNB]
