10 Things Liverpool Fans Need To Know About Roberto Firmino

By Matt Smith / June 25, 2015

10. He's Not The Same As Raheem Sterling

He could very well be replacing Raheem Sterling but the player isn't a like-for-like swap. Firmino is more direct with a great eye for a through ball and isn't as nimble as Sterling. The Brazilian's work ethic is a huge strength to his game and it has been likened to Alexis Sanchez and Sergio Aguero's tireless workmanship. Bundesliga football journalist, Jonathan Harding, said of Firmino:

"He's not as wiry as Sterling. There's a bit more bustle to him. It would be a waste to ship him wide, and he should only really play in attack if it's in a supporting role or part of a fluid front set. "He worked really well with Kevin Volland at Hoffenheim - the Germany Under-21 captain is another player catching Premier League eyes - and the chances of him forming something similar with friend (but different player) Coutinho are high."