Liverpool defender Joel Matip is set to return to action over Christmas.

Matip has been sidelined with a thigh injury and has not featured in the last three fixtures for the Reds.

Reds boss Jurgen Klopp said, "It could be possible that Joel will be back for some of our Christmas games.

"I really hope so but it's not for sure at this stage. The fact he's running again outside is a good sign. If nothing else happens then he will be close."

Liverpool are to host West Brom tonight.