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‘Jota doesn’t deserve Liverpool starting place’ – Barnes has in-form Portuguese behind Salah, Mane and Firmino

Diogo Jota has made an immediate impact at Liverpool, but John Barnes says the in-form Portuguese forward is not yet ready to take a starting berth.

Jurgen Klopp invested £45 million ($52m) in the hard-working attacker during the summer transfer window.

A raid was launched on Premier League rivals Wolves, with the proven performer in the Premier League added to the title-winning ranks at Anfield.

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Jota's value has been showcased across his early weeks on Merseyside, with three goals recorded in eight appearances including important efforts in his last two outings.