Source: Liverpool_Echo
Liverpool FC’s David Ngog is ready to face Manchester City despite breaking his nose
David Ngog celebrates his goal against Man Utd 300[LNB]RAFA BENITEZ is confident David Ngog will be available to face Manchester City this weekend - despite breaking his nose on international duty.[LNB]The young striker sustained the injury during a training session with France's Under-21 squad last week and has returned to Melwood for treatment.[LNB]Ngog's last appearance for Liverpool, of course, was shrouded in controversy after he 'won' the penalty that enabled his side to secure a 2-2 draw with Birmingham City.[LNB]That incident, though, overshadowed what had been an encouraging display - he scored the Reds' opener - and with Fernando Torres set to be sidelined, Ngog will be needed.[LNB]'Ngog has broken his nose, so we will have to see how he is before the weekend,' Benitez said today. 'But we think he is going to be okay. It is not too serious.'[LNB]While Torres continues to work with the physios at Melwood, Benitez is confident his squad will have a more robust look to it by the time City arrive at Anfield.[LNB]Steven Gerrard trained with the first team yesterday and once again came through the session with flying colours to take a step nearer to his first start since October 20.[LNB]Meanwhile, Daniel Agger and Glen Johnson - who missed Denmark and England's respective weekend friendlies - are also progressing well.[LNB]Agger has been troubled intermittently with a back injury since returning to the squad in October and was concerned about travelling to Denmark to play two games.[LNB]However, after talks with the Danish FA and their medical staff, it was decided the best policy for Agger would be to stay on Merseyside and Benitez can see the difference.
