Torres back in training

Striker makes surprise return to training

Last updated: 6th November 2007

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Torres: Back in training

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Liverpool have been handed a boost with the news that Fernando Torres has returned to training.

The Spanish star was expected to be sidelined for up to three weeks with the adductor injury he picked up in the draw with Arsenal at the end of last month.

Torres missed Saturday's goalless draw with Blackburn and his presence was sorely missed as The Reds again drew a blank in front of goal.

The former Atletico Madrid man has made a quicker than expected return to training and he was a surprise face at the club's training ground on Monday as they prepare for Tuesday's crucial UEFA Champions League clash with Besiktas.

It seems unlikely that Reds boss Rafa Benitez will risk playing Torres against Besiktas as he will be keen to see his star striker avoiding a recurrence of the problem.