Jurgen Klopp has claimed Roberto Firmino is still “essential” to Liverpool as he quashed speculation over a potential exit.
The Brazilian is the final member of the Reds’ historic front three to not cement their future, following the departure of Sadio Mane and the new contract for Mohamed Salah. Firmino, 30, looks set to take the third and final option on offer to him - running down his Anfield contract.
And with just 12 months remaining on his current deal, there has been growing speculation that Kop bosses could cash in on him this summer, else risk losing him for free next year. Reports in Italy have claimed that Juventus boss Massimiliano Allegri has placed the versatile front-man on his wishlist to replace Alvaro Morata.
