Small boost for Reds

(11-10-2010) Liverpool have received a much-needed boost with the news that star striker Fernando Torres is close to full fitness. The World Cup winner limped out of last weekend's embarrassing home loss to Blackpool with a groin strain but has made a quicker than expected recovery and looks likely to feature in next weekend’s Merseyside derby against Everton. The Reds, who are currently mired in the relegation zone following their worst start to a season in over 50 years, only have youngster David Ngog as an alternative striker to Torres. Roy Hodgson and his management team are therefore desperate for the Spaniard to be fit as soon as possible.