Curtis Jones and Ryan Gravenberch of Liverpool(Image: 2025 Getty Images)

Ryan Gravenberch has handed Liverpool an injury boost after declaring himself fit to face Aston Villa on Saturday. The Netherlands international has missed the Reds’ last three matches after suffering a twisted ankle against Manchester United.

The 23-year-old suffered the issue early in the second half after challenging Bryan Mbuemo. And while he initially tried to play, he was ultimately forced off just after the hour-mark.

The midfielder has since missed Liverpool’s victory over Eintracht Frankfurt and defeats to Brentford and Crystal Palace. But Arne Slot confirmed in his pre-match press conference on Friday morning that his fellow Dutchman was in contention to make his comeback against Villa after returning to training on Thursday.

"Ryan trained yesterday, (Alexander) Isak and (Curtis) Jones didn't yet,” he said. "Timescale? I have said many times, the end phase of the injury, things can go...