Lucas Leiva insists he can play a big part in Roy Hodgson's new-look squad this season.
With Roy Hodgson revealing this week that Javier Mascherano has asked to leave the club, Liverpool's No.21 is hoping his encouraging pre-season form has shown the Reds boss that he is a player the manager can rely on.
"We know the situation regarding Javier and of course we all hope he stays because he's such a good player and important to the team," said Lucas.
"We'll have to wait and, but if he goes then I'm ready to play and to impress and do whatever job the manager needs from me.
"I'm not the same player as Javier, we have different styles, but I know I am able play the role Javier does because last season I played a few games when he was at right back.
"I've no problem with doing that job - I know I can do it if that's what the manager wants. I think I did well last season but I think in this one I can do even better wherever I play.
"I know there are a lot of senior players in front of me but I hope I did a good job and that I can stay in the team as well."
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