RB Salzburg coach Jesse Marsch thinks Takumi Minamino will excel at Liverpool.

The Japan international scored zero goals in seven appearances since joining the Reds from Salzburg in January.

Having helped develop his game, Marsch believes the 25-year-old would be suited to playing in Roberto Firmino's central role rather than on the wings.

"He won't be the best at playing the position that Salah and Sadio play, because they are used in very explosive transition movements," Marsch told the Blood Red podcast.

"I think he could be good in Roberto Firmino's position where against the ball, he is ready to do some pressing, but then with the ball, he comes into almost a 10 position for build-up and gets in the box to score goals.

"Firmino is so good at it but I think that's something Taki can do as well.

"And I think he can play the eight position that they play in the midfield, with the two wide spots where he's ready to press and help pick up balls, but he's also part of the build-up phases."