Liverpool's Roberto Firmino has begun the season in terrific form as his side currently sit fourth in the Premier League table and only two points behind leaders Manchester City.

His four goals so far this season have contributed heavily to Liverpool's fantastic run, which has seen them go undefeated in seven games and win five on the bounce - most recently away at Swansea in which the Brazilian forward scored in a hard-fought 2-1 victory.

Firmino - despite finishing last season as Liverpool's top scorer in the Premier League with 10 goals - looked out-of-sorts at times, especially during the early stages of the campaign when he appeared to be finding it difficult to adapt to the physical side of the English game.

The 25-year-old has since gone from strength to strength, however, and flourished under the leadership of Jurgen Klopp, becoming one of the key men during the German's year at Anfield.

Capable of playing anywhere across the front and even in the midfield, the former Hoffenheim man will be a vital figure in Liverpool's challenge for Champions League football this season.

Here are 10 things you may not know about Liverpool's star man ....

Goodbye Brazil

 

Firmino spent only one professional season in Brazil - playing for Figueirense - before securing himself a move to the Bundesliga with Hoffenheim back in 2011. Obviously the German outfit could see his talent early on.

Familiar Face

 

The Brazilian forward played alongside former Liverpool man Ryan Babel whilst at Hoffenheim, who described him as "a tricky player" who "can dribble, shoot, and play a lot of through balls."

Breakthrough

 

He was named as the Bundesliga 'Breakthrough of the Season' for the 2013/14 season for his 22 goals in 37 appearances across all competitions. One more successful year later would see him earn a move to Anfield.

The Haircut

Allegedly, Firmino's new barnet this season - which has caused quite the divide with the Kopp faithful - was inspired by successful Brazilian musician Wesley Safadao. Brazil fans even started screaming the singers name after Firmino scored during Brazil's recent 5-0 thrashing of Bolivia - much to the Liverpool man's delight.

Defender at Heart

It may be hard to believe, but the now-forward used to play as a full-back and central defender during his early footballing days in the coastal city of Maceio. He assumed this position all the way up till U-18 level, before he was moved suitably further up the pitch.

International Form

 

Firmino made his first appearance for the Brazil national team against Turkey on November 12, 2014 and netted his first international goal just six days later against Austria. His total goal count amounts to 5 in 12 appearances for his country so far.

Assist-Madness

 

During his last two seasons in the German top flight, Firmino amounted an huge 21 assists, which was more than any other Brazilian in any of Europe's top five leagues at the time.

Big Dreams

 

The 25-year-old's idol was none other than Barcelona and Brazil legend Ronaldinho. However, Firmino has also admitted to looking up to the likes of Ronaldo, Romario and Rivaldo too.

Big Money

At the time of his move, Firmino was the most expensive player to be sold from the Bundesliga at £29million. This was soon eclipsed by the transfer of Kevin De Bruyne, however, and subequently those of Leroy Sane, Granit Xhaka and Henrikh Mkhitaryan this summer.

Birthday Boy

Not particularly relevant to football, but always good to know if you happen to be in Liverpool doing a pub quiz: Firmino shares the same birthday as Mahatma Gandhi which is the 2nd October.