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Mane lifts Liverpool and psychologically hurts opponents - Gomez

Joe Gomez says Sadio Mane's presence provides Liverpool with a big boost in confidence while also psychologically damaging their opponents after the winger's winning goal against Norwich on Saturday.

Having missed his side's Premier League clashes against West Ham and Southampton, the Senegal international made his return when he came off the bench for the last 30 minutes at Carrow Road.

With the game tied at 0-0, Mane's introduction proved decisive as he went on to score the winning goal with just 12 minutes left.

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And Reds team-mate Gomez was full of praise for the 27-year-old after he netted his 16th goal in just 32 appearances in all competitions.