Manchester United legend Gary Neville says Rickie Lambert deserves an extended run in the Liverpool first team.
The former Southampton frontman has scored two goals in as many starts for the Reds and broke his Champions League duck in Wednesday night's 2-2 draw against Ludogorets.
"He should be playing 100 per cent ahead of Balotelli," England coach Neville told Sky Sports.
"The Liverpool players will want Rickie Lambert. He's someone to play off and make movements. He deserves to keep his place. He brought people into play and showed a good touch."
