Melwood gallery: Sturridge back as Reds prepare for Palace

Liverpool commenced preparations for a weekend return to Premier League action against Crystal Palace as they trained at Melwood on Thursday afternoon.

Fresh from beating Hoffenheim in the Champions League on Tuesday, the Reds turned their attentions to the 2017-18 season's maiden home fixture - an Anfield meeting with Frank de Boer's team.

Jürgen Klopp's options for the game against the Eagles received a welcome boost as Daniel Sturridge featured in training having overcome a thigh injury.

See how the team is shaping up with our behind-the-scenes gallery from the session below.

Photos by John and Andrew Powell

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