Sadio Mane says Liverpool’s stars have to get to training one hour early if they want to get a spot in the gym.
The Senegalese forward has lauded the “special” Melwood atmosphere that is helping propel Liverpool during their remarkably consistent season, with the Reds now on 21 wins from their 22 Premier League games as they close in on a first top-flight title since 1990.
Now 13 points clear at the top with two games in hand, Jurgen Klopp’s side have also made progress in the Champions League as they seek to defend the crown they won in Madrid in June.
Mane and the Reds face Wolves at Molineux on Thursday night, and the former Southampton man says that it is the desire and professionalism shown in training which is key to the club’s form.
“For sure, they [the club’s supporters] only see what we are doing on pitch every single weekend and the success as well,” Mane told Liverpool’s website .
“But the work starts with yourself at home professionally and hard work on the training ground.
“You can see the gym one hour before training is completely full.
“I think that’s a very, very big sign for the club because everybody wants to play and everyone wants to be the best. I think that makes things special.
“From the training ground, everything starts there and it’s just really important. It’s normal that fans are getting so excited to see the team playing well and being successful.
“That’s why we are working every single day.”
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