Defensive duo back for Reds

Defenders Glen Johnson and Aly Cissokho return to Liverpool’s squad after lengthy injury lay-offs to face Newcastle.

Wales international Joe Allen is also back after a hamstring problem while fellow midfielder Lucas Leiva is included after serving a one-match suspension last time out.

Only Philippe Coutinho (shoulder) prevents manager Brendan Rodgers selecting from a fully-fit squad.

Provisional squad: Mignolet, Johnson, Toure, Skrtel, Sakho, Enrique, Lucas, Gerrard, Henderson, Suarez, Sturridge, Jones, Kelly, Agger, Wisdom, Ilori, Sterling, Allen, Moses, Alberto, Ibe, Aspas.