Liverpool first team coach Steve Clarke believes captain Steven Gerrard may be back for the April 2 clash with West Bromwich Albion. The Reds midfielder has been out of action for about three weeks after having surgery on his troublesome groin but should be in training next week and could be a slight chance to come back for the trip to take on former boss Roy Hodgson at The Hawthorns.
Clarke also said that Jonjo Shelvey, Fabio Aurelio and Martin Kelly were also close to returning to action for Kenny Dalglish.
"They're all improving. Fingers crossed, we will have Martin Kelly and Steven Gerrard back training by the middle of next week," said Clarke.
"We hope the same for Jonjo Shelvey, who has been out for a long time. Fabio Aurelio is also making good progress.
"They're our four longer-term injuries, the ones that have been causing us a bit of concern recently, but hopefully they'll all join in training next week.
"If they're in contention (for West Brom) it's a bonus for us, but if they're not we've got other difficult matches coming up next month and if they're ready for them then it will be good for the football club.
"It will be a difficult month in April with a lot of tough games, but if we can have our full squad ready to go then we'll look forward to the challenge."
