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‘Mane best since Barnes but highlights lack of depth’ – Liverpool’s attacking options concern Carragher

The Reds legend considers a Senegal international winger to have become a talismanic presence at Anfield, but has concerns over alternative forwards

Sadio Mane is Liverpool’s best left winger since John Barnes, says Jamie Carragher, and feels Jurgen Klopp’s overreliance on him highlights the lack of attacking depth at Anfield.

A share of the Premier League Golden Boot was claimed last season, with 22 top-flight goals recorded as part of a personal best haul of 26 across all competitions.

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Mane has been back on target this season, while remaining committed to doing his bit for the collective cause, but is considered to face the threat of burnout after a demanding couple of years which have delivered a lot of domestic, European and international football.