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Liverpool teenager Rafa Camacho believes advice from Mo Salah and Sadio Mane has helped take his game to the next level this summer.

The 18-year-old Portugal youth international was one of the success stories of pre-season as he delivered some eye-catching performances for Jurgen Klopp's side.

Lisbon-born Camacho, who joined the Reds' Academy from Manchester City two years ago, showcased his versatility by shining both at full-back and in an attacking role.

“It's been a really great opportunity to come and impress the manager and the team and to show what I can do,” he said.

“Knowing you are coming in every day to train with the first team is really good. I would say I feel like a more improved player for being here.

“The standard is so high with the first team that you have to push yourself more. Once you go back to the Academy it feels a lot easier.

“Because I'm a winger I tend to look more at Salah and Mane. I try to pick up things from them on what they do, even just from the drills in training.

“Just being here means I can also ask them about anything they can teach me.”

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Camacho, who scored 14 goals at Academy level in 2017/18, is eyeing a competitive senior debut for the Reds this term.

He came close to taking a bow last season when he was named among the subs for the Merseyside derby at Goodison.

“Being on the bench for that game in the Premier League makes me want to experience it more,” he added.

“It makes me want to work hard and give everything I've got to actually be able to play in the team in a big game like that.

"I'd say I'm a flying winger who likes creating chances for the team, scoring goals and getting assists. I also work hard on and off the ball.

"Every young player at the Academy wants to show what they can do because they know if they are good enough the manager will give them a chance to play a part. Play well enough and you might get your opportunity here.

"In 12 months time I want to be playing a big part in the Premier League and the cup games for Liverpool. I want to be getting minutes on the pitch."

For the full interview with Academy youngsters Rafa Camacho and Curtis Jones see this month's Official Liverpool FC Magazine.