Sissoko raises hopes of swift return

LIVERPOOL midfielder Mohamed Sissoko is targeting a surprise return before the end of the season following ‘the scariest moment of his life’ when he suffered an eye injury against Benfica.

The 21-year-old’s accidental clash with Brazilian midfielder Beto led to the former Valencia player initially being ruled out for the season over fears for his sight.

Despite fearing he may not play again, the Mali international’s injury was not as bad as first feared.