Boss delighted with 'keeper options after Karius return
Jürgen Klopp has declared himself delighted with his options between the sticks after fit-again goalkeeper Loris Karius made his first appearance in a matchday squad this season against Leicester City on Saturday.
The German has endured a frustrating start to his Liverpool career following a summer move from Mainz, having been sidelined by a broken hand sustained during the club's pre-season tour of the United States.
But, after recovering from surgery, Karius is now back to full fitness and ready to compete with Simon Mignolet for a starting berth in goal - as evidenced by his presence in the 18 for a 4-1 win over the reigning Premier League champions.
And Klopp has no doubts that the selection headache he now faces is a huge positive for the Reds.
"I knew when we signed Karius that we now have two really strong goalkeepers. That was the plan but unfortunately Loris broke the bone in his hand, which is not too cool for a goalkeeper," he said.
"But he is now back. There is no pressure or something; that is the challenge and competition. In the end I want us all to be best friends, even when our best friends play in the same position.
"That’s how it is, that’s football, it’s about performing. And we all have this pressure. I’m happy that Loris is back. He is a great, great character – a really good guy – and a real goalkeeper so that’s good.
"I’m fine and if they all stay fit in this position, that’s all I need."
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