Iraola hopeful Gravenberch can return for Liverpool's Palace clash

Liverpool could receive a timely boost ahead of Sunday's Premier League trip to Crystal Palace, with Ryan Gravenberch still in contention to feature despite an ongoing heel injury.

The midfielder missed Wednesday's Champions League defeat against Fenerbahce after also being unavailable for the previous league game against Arsenal. However, head coach Andoni Iraola has not ruled him out of the Selhurst Park fixture.

“The only doubt we will have is Ryan,” Iraola explained. “It's a day-to-day thing, it's a matter of pain. Let's see if he can deal with the pain and he can help us.”

Gravenberch is dealing with a heel fracture, and his availability will depend on how well he responds to treatment and whether he can manage the discomfort. Liverpool are expected to make a late assessment before deciding whether to include him.

The Dutchman is the only fresh fitness concern for Iraola, although several players remain sidelined. Jeremie Frimpong, Conor Bradley, Giovanni Leoni and Hugo Ekitike are still unavailable.

Liverpool will be looking to respond after consecutive defeats to Arsenal and Fenerbahce, with the Palace encounter their final fixture before the international break.