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Joe Allen has vowed to finally cut off his long hair and beard - if he scores in the Europa League final.

The Welsh midfielder has cut a dramatic figure on the pitch for the last few months with his hair grown long and a bushy beard.

Despite lots of comments on social media, he has thus far resisted all suggestions he should get the razor out.

His Samson-esque appearance has coincided with an upturn in form which has him fighting for a starting berth in Jurgen Klopp’s team against Sevilla.

But he has now relented - hopefully to the benefit of Liverpool children’s hospice Zoe’s Place while all Reds will be celebrating given his criteria for the chop.

(Image: 2016 Liverpool FC)

Liverpool comedian and master of ceremonies Willie Miller takes up the story.

“We had Joe in the lounge at Anfield after the game on Sunday to pick up a Man of the Match award.

“He got a few questions about when the beard would be coming off and the hair cut. He wasn’t too keen to be fair but they kept at him and in the end he promised he’ll do it if he scores in the Europa League final.

“If it happens, we’ll do it in aid of Zoe’s Place (baby hospice).”

As well as the Europa League final with Liverpool, Allen will be an instrumental part of the Welsh team heading to the European Championships this summer.

The 26-year-old has made 34 appearances this year and scored three times, including against Watford on Sunday.

Whatever happens with the beard or hair, Allen isn't shifting on one thing.

He's keeping a moustache at least!