Month: November 2018

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has praised the progress of Sadio Mane since he made the move to Anfield from Southampton two years ago. The Senegalese footballer had made a reputation for himself during his two seasons on the South Coast but he has managed to take his game to another level with the Reds, where he has formed a brilliant attacking trident alongside Mohamed Salah and Roberto Firmino.

Speaking to Premier League productions, Klopp hailed the 26-year-old as an ‘outstanding player’ and stated that he has managed to realise his potential with the Merseyside giants, he said: “He is an outstanding player, I never had any other opinion. Since he came in he helped the team so much, he improved so much. He is an outstanding offensive player. If you ask me if he is a striker, yes, from time to time; is he a midfielder, yes, from time to time; he can probably play a slightly deeper position as well – we don’t have to play him there because we have other players there but he could play it as well.”

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has praised the progress of Sadio Mane since he made the move to Anfield from Southampton two years ago. The Senegalese footballer had made a reputation for himself during his two seasons on the South Coast but he has managed to take his game to another level with the Reds, where he has formed a brilliant attacking trident alongside Mohamed Salah and Roberto Firmino.

Speaking to Premier League productions, Klopp hailed the 26-year-old as an ‘outstanding player’ and stated that he has managed to realise his potential with the Merseyside giants, he said: “He is an outstanding player, I never had any other opinion. Since he came in he helped the team so much, he improved so much. He is an outstanding offensive player. If you ask me if he is a striker, yes, from time to time; is he a midfielder, yes, from time to time; he can probably play a slightly deeper position as well – we don’t have to play him there because we have other players there but he could play it as well.”

“Liverpool reached new boundaries last season as they surprised many during their Champions League campaign“ but they could not cross the final hurdle after succumbing to a disappointing 3-1 defeat at the hands of Real Madrid. Despite this, they have not allowed the defeat hamper them during the current season and they are right in the Premier League title race with just two points separating “them from Manchester City“ after the first 12 matches.

Meanwhile, their European campaign has not paved the same way so far and they are currently on only six points after four group stage matches. Liverpool are scheduled to face Paris Saint-Germain and Napoli in their final two games and they require at least four points from those matches to assure themselves of reaching the round of 16 phase of the competition.

Liverpool legend Ian Rush has backed Daniel Sturridge to extend his contract with the Reds beyond the current campaign. The England international appeared destined to leave Anfield during the summer after a frustrating loan stint with West Bromwich Albion last term but he has managed to make amends after impressing during the club’s pre-season tour of the United States.

Despite this, he has not quite managed to cement a regular starting berth ahead of Roberto Firmino but Rush believes the marksman should take the chances up on offer to push for the contract extension, he said: “There’s only so many who can play. I remember when it was myself, Fowler and Collymore. There were only two places up for grabs so when you get your chance you’ve got to take it.

Liverpool legend Ian Rush has backed Daniel Sturridge to extend his contract with the Reds beyond the current campaign. The England international appeared destined to leave Anfield during the summer after a frustrating loan stint with West Bromwich Albion last term but he has managed to make amends after impressing during the club’s pre-season tour of the United States.

Despite this, he has not quite managed to cement a regular starting berth ahead of Roberto Firmino but Rush believes the marksman should take the chances up on offer to push for the contract extension, he said: “There’s only so many who can play. I remember when it was myself, Fowler and Collymore. There were only two places up for grabs so when you get your chance you’ve got to take it.

“It’s as simple as that. I think Sturridge is a fantastic player. When he went to West Brom he may have realised that ‘I want to be back at Liverpool’. He’s got a second chance now and he’s done really well so far. Hopefully that will continue. As for a new contract? Yeah, I think so. I think it’s one of those where he’s playing for a contract now. So it’s even more important to him to show how good he can be.”

“Sturridge has managed to feature from the starting line up on just three occasions“ for the Reds this campaign but he has still managed four goals and an assist across all competitions. As such, he has moved ahead of Divock Origi and Dominic Solanke for the back-up striker position but it “remains to be seen“ whether his performances are deemed worthy of a contract extension.

Liverpool are currently occupying the second position on the Premier League table behind Manchester City on only goal difference. Their next league meeting comes against Arsenal on the road. The Reds are unbeaten in six matches versus the Gunners with three draws and three victories. The previous encounter at the Emirates Stadium finished in a high-scoring 3-3 draw.