'Too early' for injured Torres to make Man City comeback, says Benitez

12 February 2010 17:40
Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez has played down reports suggesting sidelined striker Fernando Torres could return to action next week, insisting it is 'too early'.[LNB]Torres has been out since suffering a knee injury in the shock FA Cup loss to Reading last month.[LNB]The Spaniard is reportedly making good progress in his recovery but Benitez insists any claims he could feature at Manchester City a week on Sunday are premature.[LNB] Not ready: Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez believes it's too early for Torres to return[LNB]'I think it will be too early,' Benitez told the club's official website.[LNB]'He is training with the physios and the fitness coach, but he's still not involved with the team. We will see next week how he progresses.'[LNB] Good news for England boss Capello - Liverpool defender Johnson is back!Liverpool's Kyrgiakos just loves those Premier League flying elbowsSteven Gerrard: Liverpool captain, England international... and serial diverLIVERPOOL FC

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