Coutinho could return against Sevilla
Philippe Coutinho is in the mix to feature in Liverpool's opening match of the UEFA Champions League group stage.
Philippe Coutinho could make a timely return to Liverpool's squad for its midweek UEFA Champions League clash with Sevilla, Jurgen Klopp has confirmed.
The want-away Brazilian is yet to feature in a competitive match for the Reds this season and was denied a move to Barcelona, a saga which prompted Coutinho to submit a transfer request.
Liverpool refused to sanction his departure and Klopp has now confirmed the 25-year-old is in contention to return at Anfield.
Coutinho would be a welcome addition to a side beaten 5-0 by Manchester City in the Premier League, a collapse sparked by the sending-off of Sadio Mane in the first-half.
Speaking at his post-match press conference, Klopp replied with a simple "yes" when asked whether Coutinho was in his plans for Thursday's (AEST) match.
Coutinho twice appeared as a substitute for Brazil over the international break, scoring in a 2-0 FIFA World Cup qualifying win over Ecuador.
Alongside Sevilla, Liverpool has also been grouped with Spartak Moscow and Maribor for its UEFA Champions League campaign.
