Arne Slot says Liverpool have missed Diogo Jota being at his best following the forward’s return to the scoresheet with his Merseyside derby winner. Jota netted his ninth goal of an injury-disrupted season, and first since January, as he jinked past two men and fired home to secure Wednesday’s 1-0 victory over Everton at Anfield.

The Reds continue to be linked with strikers ahead of the window opening, and Arne Slot was asked whether he expects any of his current options to depart this summer.

The Everton manager said that Liverpool's Luis Diaz was interfering with play and called it a "very easy decision to give".

Arne Slot says he is not thinking about the long-term futures of either Diogo Jota or Darwin Nunez presently as he targets a strong Premier League finish

Diogo Jota posted on social media after his performance against Everton as Liverpool won the Merseyside derby.

Liverpool continued their march towards the Premier League title with a 1-0 victory over Everton in a scrappy Merseyside derby as Diogo Jota slotted home the winner in the second half on Wednesday.

Jota’s decisive goal was slightly controversial with Liverpool manager Arne Slot admitting he doesn’t like the rules

Liverpool take the lead as Diogo Jota's quick feet inside the box results in a lovely finish past Jordan Pickford to make it 1-0 at Anfield.