Kenny Dalglish admits Steven Gerrard’s return is a huge boost for Liverpool Football Club.

The England international has been sidelined with a groin injury for much of this season, but started his first game for the visit of Manchester United on Saturday.

And Gerrard was on target for the Reds, hitting a free-kick home to give his side the lead before Javier Hernandez hit back with a late equaliser.

“The fact we have Steven Gerrard playing is a real boost to us. It is fantastic for him he has crowned his first start for a while by scoring,” Dalglish told Sky Sports.

"He has made a fantastic contribution to this football club and he will continue to do that. To see him back was brilliant for us, but more importantly really encouraging for him.”

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