Liverpool make injury announcement after surprise starting XI omissionLIVERPOOL have confirmed Emre Can will miss today's clash with West Ham due to a knee injury. By Uche Amako 15:48, Sun, Dec 11, 2016 | UPDATED: 15:48, Sun, Dec 11, 2016 Link copied Bookmark Liverpool vs West Ham - Premier League Match Preview The German midfielder was a surprise absentee from the starting line-up named by Jurgen Klopp.The 22-year-old was pictured training on Friday with his team-mates.GETTYEmre Can is missing for Liverpool todayBut ahead of kick-off, Liverpool revealed Can would miss the game with a knee problem.They tweeted: "Emre Can is absent from today's squad due to a knee injury, which is not considered to be serious."It means Can could still be fit to face Middlesbrough on Wednesday. Related articles Graeme Souness: Liverpool won't win the title by doing this Liverpool v West Ham: Full team news and line-ups SUBSCRIBE Invalid emailWe use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. Read our Privacy Policy Premier League Jurgen Klopp