Former striker turned pundit Paul Merson has claimed that Diogo Jota is an “invaluable” player for Liverpool.
After moving to Anfield from Wolverhampton Wanderers, the Portuguese (valued at around £43m per Transfer market – has established itself as a key player in Jurgen KloppHe has been in the starting eleven in recent years, helping his team win some national cups.
The striker has been out due to injury recently and is now back in top form. Now, writing in sportskeedaMerson praised the striker and said the 27-year-old is an “invaluable” player for Liverpool.
The expert also states that Jota is the Reds' “best finisher” ahead of Mohamed Salah and if he had been in Liverpool's eleven, then they would have defeated manchester united last weekend, considering the number of chances they created in that game.
Merson wrote:
“A player whose return will be invaluable for the German coach is Diogo Jota. I think he is Liverpool's best finisher ahead of Mohamed Salah and if he had played, Klopp and company would have been victorious against Manchester United.”
The expert praises Jota
The Merseyside club enjoyed a stellar campaign for most of this season and even won the Carabao Cup earlier this year. However, they have been struggling to show their best in recent weeks.
After being knocked out of the FA Cup by Manchester United, they have now lost their place at the top of the table. first division table after a disappointing draw against the same opponent.
Meanwhile, they have been beaten by Atalanta in the European League first leg of the quarterfinals at Anfield and now they are also on the brink of elimination from this competition.
Liverpool will therefore have to get back to their best as quickly as possible to continue their title fight, as Klopp would not want to end his final season at Anfield without winning any elite competition. Therefore, it will be interesting to see how the Merseyside club performs in the coming weeks.
Meanwhile, after losing to Atalanta last night, Liverpool will face Crystal Palace in the Premier League on Sunday before facing La Dea again next week. Klopp's side will therefore be desperate to win again ahead of the Europa League second leg clash.
