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Curtis Jones sends classy message to Alisson after Liverpool win at Sheffield United

Curtis Jones sent a touching message to Alisson after the Liverpool goalkeeper missed their victory over Sheffield United following the death of his father.

The Reds won 2-0 at Bramall Lane thanks to goals from Jones and an own goal from Kean Bryan.

Adrian started in goal for Liverpool though with Alisson unavailable after his dad's passing - and Jones dedicated his goal to the Brazilian.

“It’s been a difficult time for me and the team but I’m happy to get on the scoresheet," Jones told Sky Sports in his post-match interview.

"I’d like to take this time to say this goal is for Ali’s dad, actually, so (taps chest), may he rest in peace and if Ali sees this - this is for you, bro.

“He’s a strong lad.

"He’s a big part of the team, of course, he’s not here today but we miss him for sure and I’d like to take this time to dedicate the goal to him, his dad and the rest of his family."

Liverpool's win brought an end to a four-game losing run, with two second-half goals securing all three points.

Jones insisted he feels that he's ready to be playing regularly after an increased role in Jurgen Klopp's squad this season, having opened the scoring for Liverpool.

“I’ve always said that I’m a player who likes to assist and score goals, so I think the time is right now," he said.

“I was a little bit (nervous about the goal being ruled out), but overall, it was a good team performance and we go again.

“We’ve had good games but we haven’t scored as many goals as we’d like. Today was a good example of putting it all together.

"It was a good performance and I’m happy I scored, I’m happy for Bobby and the rest of the team.”

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