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Liam Prenderville

Jurgen Klopp explains why Liverpool have not signed cover for Mohamed Salah and Sadio Mane

Jurgen Klopp has opened up on his decision not to strengthen his Liverpool squad this summer.

The Reds have brought in youngsters Harvey Elliott and Sepp van den Berg while goalkeeper Adrian has arrived as back-up to Alisson.

Liverpool have been linked with a host of attacking players, particularly in the wide areas, as possible cover for Sadio Mane and Mohamed Salah.

The likes of Nicolas Pepe and Timo Werner have been tipped to make moves to Anfield but Klopp was reluctant to do business.

And he insists he is more than happy with the current options in his squad.

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp (PA)

"You should never do transfers because other clubs are doing transfers. That makes no sense, it's not about that," Klopp told Sky Sports.

"And if you sit back for a second and have a look at the squad, do we need more players? People will say, yes, we need a substitute for Sadio Mane, for Mohamed Salah, whatever.

"But those players are here. So, do you get a one-for-one replacement? A big signing?

Mohamed Salah of Liverpool in action (Getty Images)

"People think that players from other clubs, other countries, are better than the players we have here but without really having the proof, because those players haven't played here, or whatever else.

"It's just that what is new is seen as more exciting. It's like with a new car. Your old car is completely reliable, but you want a new one and two weeks later it breaks down. It looks better, but obviously it's not that good."

Liverpool could yet bring in cover for Andy Robertson in the left-back position following the departure of Alberto Moreno.

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