Liverpool have been linked with a host of forwards in recent weeks and the Reds are said to be closing in on a deal for a winger with Mohamed Salah's future uncertain

But after Cody Gakpo (2) added to earlier strikes from Dominik Szoboszlai and Salah to put Liverpool in cruise control, there was one moment from the Egyptian, who is out of contract at the end of the season, that caught the eye of many inside Anfield.

Liverpool talisman Mohamed Salah set a new record with his goal in the first half of Saturday's thumping win over Ipswich Town at Anfield as Arne Slot's men laid down another marker in the title race

Liverpool star Diogo Jota heaped praise on Mohamed Salah in an exclusive interview with ESPN, saying he should be considered one of the greatest players in the club's history.

Rodrygo is perhaps not yet at Salah's level, but he's close and more importantly, he's almost a decade younger. Liverpool should see the 24-year-old winger as their number one option to replace Salah. With the Reds, Rodrygo could continue to blossom into his prime years and become a core piece for the foreseeable future.

Arne Slot was delighted with the work-rate of his side as they saw off Ipswich with ease at Anfield to remain six points clear at the top

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has pinpointed the player that he wants to replace Mohamed Salah should the Egypt international leave Anfield at the end of the season.