Hugo Ekitike has started his Liverpool career with a bang, following up his opener in the Community Shield with another goal and a brace against Bournemouth on Friday night.

The Frenchman's all-round performances have been hugely encouraging.

and his display against the Cherries was also enough to earn him the Premier League's player of the match award.

Ekitike's performance drew plenty of praise from Liverpool supporters on social media, with some likening his play style to that of former Reds favorite Fernando Torres.

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Commenting on Ekitike's goal against Bournemouth, one Liverpool fan account wrote: "That Ekitike goal was very Torres like.

I absolutely adore Hugo."

Another said: "Is it just me, or does Ekitike remind you of Torres.

Either way, a great signing."

Former Premier League goalkeeper Ben Foster had a similar view, as he wrote: "Is it just me that thinks Hugo Ekitike looks like prime Liverpool Fernando Torres running round Anfield?!!!!"

Meanwhile, Ekitike said that there is plenty of room for improvement in his game despite a bright start to his Reds career.

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Fernando Torres was excellent for Liverpool.
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