Alisson Becker nears a return but will not play for Liverpool against Salzburg

CLOSE: Alisson Becker is regaining fitness after an injury. Pic: Adam Davy/PA

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says Alisson Becker is “close” to a playing return, despite the Brazilian goalkeeper again missing Wednesday’s friendly with Salzburg through injury.

Alisson has not played since the 4-0 defeat to Manchester United in Bangkok two weeks ago.