Brendan Rodgers: 'Luis Suarez is a wonderful professional'

Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers has called on football supporters to "enjoy" the talent of Luis Suarez while the Uruguay forward plays in England.

Suarez was criticised for handling the ball in the build-up to his side's decisive goal in their 2-1 victory over Mansfield Town but Rodgers has insisted that fans should embrace the striker's commitment and talent.

Rodgers told Sky Sports News: "He is a wonderful professional. I think in this country, we need to enjoy it while he is here because he is a brilliant talent.

"He is a good man as well, a good family man, and as a manager, he is someone who wants to come in and work."

Suarez has scored 19 goals in 28 appearances for Liverpool this season.