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Liverpool legend Barnes unfazed by Firmino lack of goals

Roberto Firmino may have scored only once in his last 14 outings - and two in 24 - but John Barnes says the Liverpool striker’s goal form is no cause for concern.

The Brazil international may occupy a central striking berth and the No.9 shirt at Anfield, but others are relied upon to provide the main source of goals.

Mohamed Salah and Sadio Mane continue to deliver on that front in one of the most fearsome attacking tridents in world football, allowing Firmino to focus on other areas.

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There have been suggestions that the South American should be hitting the target on a more regular basis, but Barnes feels the 29-year-old remains an integral part of Jurgen Klopp’s plans.