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Liverpool Echo
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Stephen Killen

'We are already' - Diogo Jota speaks out on 'very hard' Liverpool season

Liverpool striker Diogo Jota has issued a defiant response to the disappointing campaign as the Portugal talisman opened up about his injury troubles.

A serious calf injury curtailed the former Wolves attacker's midseason with the problem forcing him to miss the World Cup in Qatar. As a result, he was restricted to just 22 Premier League matches after missing 18 games for the Reds.

Despite the issue, he returned in time to help Liverpool qualify for the Europa League but still struggled with ongoing problems - including a back injury. His absence was felt as he was sidelined alongside attacking partner Luis Diaz but he did make an impact with seven goals in the second-half of the season including three braces.

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