Jurgen Klopp hails ‘massive steps’ made by Darwin Nunez after win over West Ham
Jurgen Klopp, pictured, was impressed with Darwin Nunez’s all-round display against the Hammers (Peter Byrne/PA)
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp hailed the “massive steps” striker Darwin Nunez has made already this season after his key contribution in the 3-1 win over West Ham.
The Uruguay international’s fourth goal of the season – which keeps him level with Mohamed Salah, who netted the opening penalty – was pivotal in turning the match the hosts’ way after Jarrod Bowen’s diving header had restored parity.
Substitute Diogo Jota’s late goal made sure of a fifth successive Premier League victory to move the Reds into second place in the table, but it was Nunez’s all-round display that particularly caught the eye, his brilliant volley the game’s standout moment.
Darwin Nunez celebrates scoring Liverpool’s second goal against West Ham (Peter Byrne/PA)
“He has made massive steps in the last few weeks. He is a threat. You all saw the goal, that was probably pretty good, right? That was really strong,” Klopp said.
“Incredible. Everybody is looking at me when I talk about the goals but these eyes – I saw it only once – can’t wait to see it properly back.
“He was always available. It’s super-important for us now that we have a ball player: chip the ball (into him), get it on the chest and play from there.
“That’s how we scored the third goal at Wolves, super-important for us. The defensive work he puts in is probably the main difference.
“He always wanted (to do it) but it was less coordinated. Now that looks much better.
Diogo Jota’s late goal made sure of a fifth straight Premier League win for the Reds (Peter Byrne/PA)
“We have found a way to do it around him, Curtis (Jones) and Dom (Dominik Szoboszlai) help a lot, how
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