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Liverpool Echo
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Stephen Killen

Stefan Bajcetic left stunned by what Mohamed Salah said after Liverpool win over Everton

Liverpool midfielder Stefan Bajcetic has described his rise to the first team as "crazy" after putting in a stand-out performance against Everton.

The 18-year-old was named man-of-the-match by former Reds defender Jamie Carragher on Sky Sports for his role in the 2-0 win against Sean Dyche's side. It was just Bajcetic's sixth Premier League appearance since making his debut as a substitute during the 9-0 home rout over Bournemouth at the end of August.

The young Spaniard's elevation into Jurgen Klopp's starting line-up is startling. He was signed from Celta Vigo as a 16-year-old defender but since he has evolved into a midfielder and has staked his claim as the future of Liverpool's engine room.

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