Firmino's season has been blighted by injuries and he's had to play second fiddle to in-form Jota... Liverpool's famous front three could finally be broken up with Barcelona circling, but he STILL has a massive part to play with Salah and Mane at AFCON

Liverpool have been blessed with an array of talented No 9s over the years, but none have captured the hearts quite like Roberto Firmino.

The Brazilian, 30, does not boast the free-scoring records of greats such as Ian Rush, Robbie Fowler and Fernando Torres, but his selfless yet crucial role in Anfield's most famous attacking triumvirate will endear himself to fans for years to come.

However, all good things must come to an end and there are growing fears over the future of Jurgen Klopp's imperious front three.

Roberto Firmino's future at Liverpool has faced growing uncertainty in recent months

Reports on Monday from Spain suggested that cash-strapped Barcelona are lining up a £16million move for the Brazilian, with Klopp understood to be ready to sanction a summer move as he looks to evolve his three-pronged attack.