Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp says it's critical they secure Roberto Firmino to a new deal.
The Reds are currently in negotiations with Firmino's representatives over fresh terms to reward him for an impressive season which has seen him score 22 goals in all competitions.
"It is very important for both sides," Klopp said of new contract for Firmino, who joined the Reds from Bundesliga outfit Hoffenheim for £21.3m in 2015.
"I think everything we are doing, the way we play, the way we give him the opportunity constantly to play, he deserves that.
"He deserves that because his work-rate is outstanding but it helped him a lot to step up. He became a different player here.
"Other teams can say 'Hmmm, he's really good' but it is not sure they will play the same way and use him as a nine or a ten or they'll use him out on the wings.
"You need players who are good on the ball and have Roberto's football intelligence.
"But of course it is important to keep these players who are at a good age and when there is still space for improvement. It is clear - there is no doubt we want to do that with the contract."
Source: tribalfootball.com