@M_Afro I missed the lock in the pre match thread.
Gerrard was quoted saying the midfield is doing well just last week.
"Tim is extremely close," he said. "He's training really well and did well in the two friendlies we played behind closed doors.
"I know he's ready but, the midfield area at the moment for us, I'm really pleased with it. It's looking good, looking strong. Tim has to keep pushing and fighting."
So that's why I think he is pleased with it. Because he said so.