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Jurgen Klopp says Mohamed Salah's speed will be key

ROME, ITALY - NOVEMBER 06:  Mohamed Salah of AS Roma in action during the Serie A match between AS Roma and Bologna FC at Stadio Olimpico on November 6, 20
Image: Mohamed Salah joined Liverpool from Roma on a five-year deal

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp believes Mohamed Salah's speed will make the squad more effective.

Liverpool paid Roma £34m for the Egyptian winger who was Klopp's first major signing of the summer.

"Even if people didn't know too much about him, they [must have] watched a few videos and they are impressive. He is a fantastic player, with speed," Klopp told the club's official website.

"We said after last season there are a few things we would try to involve in an already really good squad. One of the things is speed, being kind of a finisher, preparing chances, making goals and all that stuff. He brings all this in.

"He is a naturally fit boy - he can run as quick and as long as he wants. I'm really looking forward to [working with him]."

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Most of Liverpool's first-team squad have reported for pre-season training, but Salah is among a group of players who will return next week after being on international duty.

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