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Klopp eases concerns over Can's back complaint

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp expects a swift return to action for Emre Can after the midfielder was forced off by a back problem against Watford.

Germany international Can hobbled out in the 27th minute at Anfield as the Reds romped to a comprehensive 5-0 victory, inspired by Mohamed Salah's four-goal haul.

The energetic midfielder, who has started 26 of his side's 31 Premier League matches, is due to meet up with Germany for their friendlies against Spain and Brazil this month.

Klopp believes Can could still be fit to feature in those matches.

"[It is a] back [injury].