Simon Mignolet: Philippe Coutinho is Liverpool's creative force

The return to fitness of playmaker Philippe Coutinho gives Liverpool their creative fulcrum back, according to goalkeeper Simon Mignolet.

Having lost at Newcastle last weekend and struggled to beat Swansea at home the previous week, the Brazil international’s recovery from a hamstring injury after missing four matches is a welcome boost.

Even Coutinho could not provide the inspiration to overcome a limited Sion side when he came off the bench in the Europa League on Thursday, but his invention will be crucial in helping to break down another robust side in West Brom — who have conceded just five goals in seven away matches this season.