Joe Gomez returns to training ahead of Liverpool vs Tottenham

Liverpool defender Joe Gomez has returned to full first-team training and is available for the Carabao Cup third-round match against Tottenham Hotspur at Anfield. Gomez has not played a competitive minute this season due to a muscle injury sustained during pre-season.

Manager Andoni Iraola indicated that while Gomez is available, the decision will depend on how many minutes he can play. The squad faces other selection challenges, as forward Hugo Ekitike remains sidelined with a ruptured Achilles, and defender Giovanni Leoni continues his recovery from an ACL injury. Additionally, Conor Bradley is recovering from knee surgery.