The former Reds striker has paid tribute to a forward who, like he once did, places greater emphasis on collective effort than individual acclaim
Roberto Firmino’s presence in the Liverpool team ensures that “everything gels properly”, says Emile Heskey, with the Brazilian’s selfless attitude considered to be crucial to the Reds cause.
Jurgen Klopp has talked up the qualities of his South American frontman on a regular basis down the years.
Firmino has rarely been prolific over the course of his career, but his game is about much more than end product.