Roberto Firmino is back in contention for Liverpool’s home clash with Stoke, though the Reds have major concerns over Jordan Henderson. West Ham duo Sam Byram and James Collins are not yet ready to return, Aaron Ramsey could be back in the Arsenal squad, whilst Yohan Cabaye and Connor Wickham are passed fit for Palace’s double Gameweek.
Roberto Firmino returned to action with a sub appearance in Liverpool’s draw with Dortmund last night. Jordan Henderson could be set for a stint on the sidelines, though – the Reds’ skipper was forced off with a knee injury at the break, with Jurgen Klopp conceding that the initial prognosis “doesn’t look good”.
Sam Byram and James Collins will return to training for West Ham today but will remain sidelined for the weekend clash with Arsenal. Cheick Kouyate is available for selection after the FA rescinded a three-match ban triggered by his dismissal against Palace last Saturday.
Aaron Ramsey and Mathieu Flamini are expected to be available for Arsenal’s trip to Upton Park after stepping up their recoveries in training. Jack Wilshere and Tomas Rosicky will step up their recoveries with a run-out for the reserves this evening.
Yohan Cabaye and Connor Wickham have been passed fit for Palace’s clash with Norwich this weekend. Emmanuel Adebayor faces a late fitness test, whilst James McArthur and Brede Hangeland remain on the sidelines.
Adam Smith is a doubt for Bournemouth’s trip to Villa after he was forced off with a hernia problem against City last weekend. Harry Arter, Benik Afobe and Stanislas are still unavailable, whilst Callum Wilson is “not far away” from returning after months on the sidelines with knee ligament damage.
Andre Ayew is available for Swansea’s clash with Chelsea after recovering from a calf complaint. Leon Britton and Jordi Amat are both doubts due to back problems.
Shane Long is back in contention for Southampton’s home match with Newcastle, though Steven Davis will miss out with an ankle problem picked up against Leicester last weekend.
Gareth Barry is available for Everton’s double Gameweek after serving out a two-match ban in last week’s loss to United. Leon Osman and Steven Pienaar are expected to recover from knocks in time for tomorrow’s trip to Watford.
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