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Michael Owen: My thoughts on Liverpool striker Divock Origi
LIVERPOOL legend Michael Owen believes striker Divock Origi has the potential to become a 'very special player' at Anfield.
Michael Owen has high hopes for Liverpool striker Divock Origi
Origi has started Liverpool's last four games across all competitions since Philippe Coutinho picked up an ankle injury at the end of last month.
The 21-year-old Belgium international has taken his chance to impress Reds manager Jurgen Klopp by scoring in each outing.
Divock Origi has scored in his last four games
And former Liverpool striker Owen, who racked up 147 goals for the Reds, believes Origi has what it takes to become an Anfield great.
He told BetVictor: "Divock Origi is getting better game by game and has all the necessary attributes – pace, power and skill – to become a very special Liverpool player."
Michael Owen scored 147 goals during his time at Liverpool
Owen is expecting Liverpool's attackers to cause problems for Middlesbrough's defence at the Riverside Stadium tomorrow night (7.45pm).
He added: "It seems almost inconceivable but Boro have conceded just once in their last seven home league games against Liverpool, although I do expect the Reds to buck that trend at the Riverside on Wednesday."