Steven Gerrard and Fernando Torres are both fit for Liverpool's clash with Manchester United at Anfield on Saturday.

According to the club's official website both players completed a light training session at Melwood on Friday morning and have been included in the squad to take on Alex Ferguson's men.

Both men appeared set to miss the clash with the European champions - Torres because of a hamstring injury and Gerrard because of recent groin surgery.

"They are both much better," confirmed Benitez.

"They came through a full training session this morning. It wasn't a very hard session, but they will both be in the squad.

"It's important for us to have these two players of quality who can change a game."

"I'm not surprised they are available because the medical staff have done a good job and the players have been working really hard with the physios to get fit."