Liverpool were readying themselves for the weekend clash with Stoke City during their Thursday workout at Melwood - and our photographer was granted behind-the-scenes access to the session.

The Reds welcome the Potters to Anfield on Saturday aiming to consoldate their position in the top four as the conclusion of the 2017-18 Premier League season edges ever nearer.

Browse our gallery from the training ground below.

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Photos by John Powell

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