It’s fair to say that Takumi Minamino hasn’t quite enjoyed the success at Liverpool that many initially predicted.
Although he was a low-risk investment by the Reds, joining for just £7.25m from Red Bull Salzburg two years ago, confidence was high based on Liverpool's stellar success in the transfer market that he could develop into a shrewd acquisition.
Yet he’s only really shown glimpses of his talent since joining Jurgen Klopp’s squad and he didn’t really benefit from what felt like a make or break loan move to Southampton 12 months ago.
