Some Liverpool supporters have been reacting to the news that Diogo Jota has been working with a former sprinter ahead of the new season.
The Reds had a season to forget in 2020/21, even though they ended up securing a third-place finish in the Premier League.
In a campaign full of problems, Jota was one of the positives, enjoying a good first season at Anfield which saw him score 13 goals in 30 appearances.
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The Portuguese made an immediate impression at his new club, and had it not been for a three-month injury layoff, the 24-year-old would arguably have had an even bigger influence for the Reds.
According to The Daily Mail [via Anfield Watch on Twitter], Jota has been training with former Olympic medal-winning sprinter Francis Obikwelu in order to make a flying start to the new season. The forward was already known for his superb pace, and this attribute could be even further embellished as a result of his training with Obikwelu.
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Liverpool fans react to Jota update
It is an update which has been met with plenty of positivity from these Liverpool fans on Twitter.
“He’s gonna be like a new signing”
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“It’s going to be scary but not for us”
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“Man wants to peak Salah’s level”
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“Scary for the league”
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“Jota gaining a yard of pace? Yeah it’s gonna be scary”
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“99 pace rating that”
Credit: @Cobby_Ing_Jr
In other news, a Premier League club have reportedly opened talks with one Liverpool player. Find out who it is here.