Can suffered the setback in the 5-0 win over Watford before the international break

Liverpool are worried about the fitness of Emre Can, who has yet to resume training after a back problem and is a doubt for tomorrow night’s game with Manchester City.

The midfielder was absent for Saturday’s 2-1 victory over Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park and was receiving treatment at Melwood yesterday away from the rest of the first team.

Can suffered the setback during the first half of the 5-0 win over Watford just before the international break and was forced to withdraw from Germany’s matches last month as a result.

His absence tomorrow would be a significant setback for Jürgen Klopp, who has tended to trust the 24-year-old in Liverpool’s biggest games this season.

The manager has selected Can in both matches against City