Liverpool goalkeeper Simon Mignolet is hoping to be recalled for the visit of Manchester United.
The two giants of English football face off at Anfield in the Premier League on Monday evening and Mignolet is hoping that he will win his place back in goal following the international break.
Having started the first 5 games of the campaign, the 28-year-old admits that he is hurt at being benched for last 3 games after Loris Karius was promoted by boss Jürgen Klopp. But with Karius having looked a bit shaky so far, Mignolet is hoping to capitalise.
Mignolet said: “I didn’t play the last two weeks and I don’t want it to be any longer.
“I look at it positively. I hope to play against United. I still feel confident because of my good league start. Against Arsenal, Tottenham and Leicester I have been important for the team by making some good saves.
“I have the advantage that the game against United is only Monday so I can have a full preparation.
“I don’t know what the coach will decide. I can just prepare myself 100%. Whether I play or not, nothing will change my match preparation. It is not in my character to not give 100%.
“Every time you sit on the bench it hurts. I’m also a lot more nervous on the bench than on the pitch. But the intention is to play again as soon as possible.
“The important thing is that I try to handle to situation the best I can. I think my response has been positive. It was also appreciated by the supporters.”
“I hope to win my place back as soon as possible,” he added.
