Jurgen Klopp remains hopeful of Diogo Jota returning in time for Liverpool's Champions League clash with Real Madrid next month.
And the Reds manager does not believe Jota's lack of minutes on the field this season will impact performances upon his comeback, despite injuries limiting the forward to just four Premier League appearances to date.
The Portugal international hasn't played since suffering a serious calf injury in the closing stages of Liverpool's 1-0 win over Manchester City on October 16 but is back on light duties ahead of being reintegrated into team training at the AXA Centre.