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John Barnes claims Liverpool were RIGHT to sign Diogo Jota over Timo Werner because the £50m Chelsea star would not be guaranteed a starting spot... and says Jurgen Klopp's style is 'perfect' for ex-Wolves man

Liverpool made the right move in signing Diogo Jota this summer instead of Timo Werner, according to club legend John Barnes.

Portuguese star Jota has been an inspiration since he joined Anfield this summer having netted an impressive nine goals so far, chipping in with some important goals in the absence of both Mohamed Salah and Sadio Mane.

The Premier League champions were heavily linked with a move for Werner this year after he emerged as one of the most talented forwards in Europe with Leipzig last season, but the German ended up joining Chelsea after they agreed to pay £50m.