Patrik Berger is closing in on a return to action after almost four months on the sidelines. Patrik Berger is closing in on a return to action after almost four months on the sidelines.

LIVERPOOL`s injured Czech Republic star Patrik Berger has received a pre-Christmas boost, with the news that he has been allowed to remove the brace that was protecting his injured knee.

Liverpool hero Patrik Berger has warned manager Arne Slot about injuries and a lack of discipline in his side which could stop the Dutchman having the perfect start to life on Merseyside.