Liverpool are reportedly confident that playmaker Philippe Coutinho will be fit for this weekend's Premier League match against Swansea City at Anfield.

The Brazilian suffered a hamstring problem during the Reds' 4-1 rout over Manchester City on Saturday.

There were initial reports that the injury was worse than first feared because the club reportedly needed a second opinion, but it is now believed that Liverpool's star player will not face a lengthy spell on the sidelines.

According to ESPN, the Merseyside club now believe that Coutinho will be back in the team for Saturday's match against Swansea, but the 23-year-old is likely to be absent from Thursday's Europa League match against Bordeaux.

Coutinho has scored four goals in his last three Premier League appearances.