Hugo Ekitike’s red card during Liverpool’s Carabao Cup win over Southampton was one of the most bizarre moments of the season so far.

Having come on at half-time, Ekitike soon picked up a needless yellow card for a show of dissent towards the referee.

Then, having slotted home a later winner from a terrific Federico Chiesa touch and pass, the Frenchman removed his shirt to earn himself an early bath.

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Arne Slot was not happy with Ekitike and let the world know it during his post-match comments.

Slot told Ekitike how he should have celebrated the goal, claiming that Chiesa deserved much of the praise having laid the ball on a plate for him.

Now, almost one month later, Ekitike has taken to Instagram to offer a salute to his Liverpool teammate.

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Ekitike has proven himself to be a footballer with a huge personality during his short time at Liverpool so far.

The 23-year-old is not your average 21st-century player, and supporters are beginning to love him for it.

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