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Liverpool Echo
Liverpool Echo
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Stephen Killen

Jurgen Klopp handed Arthur Melo challenge with Pep Guardiola claim for Liverpool target

South American football expert Tim Vickery has claimed that Liverpool loan target Arthur Melo is more of a "Pep Guardiola-type midfielder".

The Brazilian midfielder looks set to be the Reds' deadline day arrival as Jurgen Klopp looks to alleviate concerns following their recent injury struggles.

Liverpool's midfield problems were compounded by a hamstring injury suffered by Jordan Henderson during the dramatic win over Newcastle United. The skipper became the latest on the treatment table with Naby Keita, Thiago Alcantara and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain also sidelined.

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