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The Reds were rather lucky in their first Premier League game of the season, as, even though for most of the clash they were on the back foot, they still beat Andoni Iraola’s men by two goals.

As mentioned, Ekitike’s performance was impressive, and although others, such as Florian Wirtz, may not have hit the mark on their Premier League debut, there’s still plenty of time for them to gel.

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However, even though the former Eintracht Frankfurt man made a good name for himself, what he said after the game will likely get fans even more excited.

Alexander Isak has long been linked with an Anfield switch but with the performances that Ekitike has put in so far, it doesn’t really feel like the Reds need the Sweden international at the moment.

And, while speaking to Sky Sports after the game, it feels like things could still be on the way up for the Frenchman at Anfield.

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“I have so much things to do better, I think I will get better,” he said.



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Seeing as though Slot has a very specific way that he wants his team to play, a lot of his first-team squad have had to adapt their playing styles to fit into the Dutchman’s plans.

Of course, we’re only one game into the Premier League season at the moment but if Ekitike believes he can improve the levels that he’s already shown, that £70m+ fee will feel like a bargain.