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Jordan Henderson fit for Watford clash despite missing England international

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Liverpool captain should be fit for the Reds' clash against at Vicarage Road this weekend.

The Reds skipper has been involved less than he would have liked this season, having returned late to Melwood after duty and suffering a string of injuries.

The 28-year-old has most recently missed games due to a hamstring injury, making a late appearance against before the break.

He was brought on as a substitute in England's friendly against USA, but went on to miss the Three Lions' Nations League fixture against Croatia due to another hamstring issue.

However, the Echo report that he was excluded merely as a precaution and is likely to return to action this weekend.

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Henderson, who was Klopp's first choice in the deepest lying midfield role last season, will be hoping he can reclaim his spot in the starting eleven.

and have both featured in the same position during the skipper's absence, however things could change in the coming weeks.

Naby Keita is also back to fitness after overcoming a hamstring injury of his own, having gained vital minutes for Guinea on international duty.

With , and also vying for starting roles, it remains to be seen how the Reds line up from against the Hornets.

For the first time this season, Klopp should have all his players at his disposal, with the exception of long-term injury absentee .