‘That’s Paying Him Disrespect’ – Liverpool Legend Talks Up Reds Star

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Koumas impressed Hull City boss Sergej Jakirovic, who was surprised with the Liverpool youngster’s aerial ability and this season Andoni Iraola decided to keep him at Anfield, handing him three starts so far in the campaign. Koumas has been credited for his tireless work up top, but while Thompson admits he is a hard worker, he thinks just focusing on that would be doing the Liverpool man a disservice.

He stressed that the Reds star can hold his ground on his own against physically strong opposition players, which in Thompson’s eyes is a brilliant ability. Season Position 2025-26 5th 2024–25 1st 2023–24 3rd 2022–23 5th 2021–22 2nd Liverpool F.C.’s last five league finishes The Reds legend believes that one of these days Koumas will be able to close down an opposition goalkeeper to force a mistake out of him and score a goal like former Liverpool star Sadio Mane did against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge in the 2020/21 season.

“His ability is wonderful; he can hold it up well. With stronger players, he can hold his own ground.” The 21-year-old has so far made seven appearances for Iraola’s side and the Liverpool boss will be hoping that Koumas can continue his form in front of goal in the next game against Brentford at the weekend.