Former RB Salzburg manager Jesse Marsch has lauded Liverpool for the signing of Dominik Szoboszlai, claiming he’s as talented as Erling Haaland.
Szoboszlai moved to Anfield from RB Leipzig earlier in the summer and has hit the ground running at his new club. He has featured in both league games for the Reds who have picked up four points out of a possible six.
The 22-year-old was voted Liverpool’s Carlsberg Player of the Match on his home debut for the club against Bournemouth last Saturday.
The Hungary skipper delivered an outstanding performance at Anfield which Jurgen Klopp’s side came from behind to win 3-1 through goals from Luis Diaz, Mohamed Salah, and Diogo Jota.
“When I took over at Salzburg we had sold nine of 11 starters and it was clear we needed to help Szobo and Erling to establish themselves,” Marsch told Telegraph Sport.
“Erling exploded and Szobo really picked up on the same work ethic. Erling had a level of determination on another level which meant he would return to the training ground in the afternoon for the cold tub or massage, and was constantly demanding video feedback. Szobo picked up these good habits from Erling and became the same in his attitude. He could never have enough video analysis. He always wanted more feedback and was driven to achieve his potential. Once that clicks and a player has that level of self-evaluation, it feels like the work is done and then the player will go on.
“Liverpool got a steal at £60 million, just like Manchester City got a steal with Erling. Look, they are a different profile of footballer. Erling has the ability to change a game because he can score at will. His pace and power is different to anyone else around. Szobo has an elegance and technical ability to go with a physical package which make him unique. There are not many players with his physical stature who can run as he can with the intelligence.
“The point is that these two are destined to be two of the best in the world in their positions.”
He added: “I watched both Liverpool games and for me he was the best player. It is the perfect club for him. Liverpool and Jurgen have been really smart to take him.”
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