Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez has paid tribute to young striker
David Ngog after he filled Fernando Torres' boots with great
fortitude.
One of the few bright spots of a disappointing season for the
Reds has been the form of French striker Ngog.
The 20-year-old has had to shoulder a greater burden during
Torres' absence throughout November and early December.
He has scored six times this campaign, already doubling his
return from last season.
Benitez accepts Ngog, an unknown £1million signing from
Paris Saint-Germain in July 2008, is far from the finished article
but has been pleased with his progress.
"Everyone knows now he has good movement and good quality,"
Benitez said. "I think he will be better every year because he is
working hard in every training session and he is important for us
now and in the future.
"It is very difficult for a young French player to come here
and replace Torres. "He has done a very good job if you consider
all these things together."
