Christian Benteke's Chelsea performance might have ended Roberto Firmino's chances up front
However, Benteke's appearance from the bench and subsequent goal seems to have renewed Klopp's confidence in him.
"The decision between Roberto and Christian... Christian was not 100 per cent, so he needs time to play," he said.
"Now he is a big step ahead so we can plan with him.
"He played against Southampton, then Bournemouth he couldn't – little problems. We could bring him on with fresh legs. That's perfect."
But that's not to say the German has completely done away with playing Firmino up top, praising the Brazil international's 'creative' qualities.
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Christian Benteke celebrates scoring Liverpool's third goal against Chelsea
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"Roberto is very important in this position for us because he can hold the ball," he explained.
"He plays between the lines and he is very creative. He can do much better, that's the good news, but it was not too bad."