Liverpool U21 boss Michael Beale has revealed former Reds midfielder Salif Diao has been working with the club's youngsters.

Beale paid tribute to the club's former players who are now coaching through the youth system.

Beale wrote in liverpoolfc.com: "I must express my thanks to Robbie Fowler, Steve McManaman and Rob Jones for the outstanding work they have done with the boys and they are people these lads really look up to. We have also been fortunate to have had Fabrice Muamba and Salif Diao working with us and their experience is invaluable.

"This has been my first season as U21s manager and I have enjoyed it immensely. I have been very fortunate to have some fantastic people working to really help me."