Naby Keita insists Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp does not have favourites

Naby Keita has insisted that Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp does not have favourites within the Reds squad.

The midfielder has struggled with injury since his big-money move to Merseyside but appears to have settled in well off the field.

Keita credits Klopp for creating a good atmosphere within the squad, insisting that he treats all his players equally.

"I don't think he has any particular favourites or he has picked anyone out for a special mention, he communicates very freely and openly with all the players," Keita told Sky Sports News.

"He likes to laugh and joke around, he has a very light relationship with all the players."

Liverpool's next game is at home to Arsenal in the EFL Cup where Keita is likely to be handed a start, with Klopp expected to rotate his side.