"?Former Liverpool midfielder Dietmar Hamann has said that it would take 'something extraordinary' for Simon Mignolet to start next season as Liverpool's first choice goalkeeper.
Speaking to "?Talksport after the club confirmed the signing of young stopper Loris Karius from Mainz, Hamann claimed that while Karius had a lot to prove at Anfield, he has a good chance of starting the season as Jurgen Klopp's first choice stopper.
New Liverpool keeper Loris Karius will muscle Mignolet out of No.1 spot, says Reds hero https://t.co/f4STvV3AaP #LFC pic.twitter.com/mORHxTMFou
He said: "Germany has a history of outstanding goalkeepers, and Karius is clearly very talented, but playing for Mainz and playing for Liverpool are two different things. His task now is to make that step up to the next level.
"I was a bit surprised when I saw the photos that he has been given the number one shirt"?but I think he will start the season as Liverpool's number one goalkeeper.
"Klopp said in a press conference that he wants someone to challenge Mignolet, and the fact he has the number one shirt makes me believes he will start the season in goal. Something could happen, he might not hit the ground running. But I think something extraordinary has to happen in pre-season for Mignolet to keep goal in the first game."?
After signing for the Reds, Korius said: "It's a very good feeling and it's an honour to play for a club like this. They have a special history and the fans are amazing here, so I look forward to playing at Anfield. I know a lot about the club from watching them on TV. The history, everybody who plays football knows. There a lot of things in my head when I think of this club."
Jürgen Klopp reveals why he is so delighted with Loris Karius deal: https://t.co/27blPjXr9T #KariusLFC pic.twitter.com/0M8kz3DIDK
He added: "I spoke to the manager and I had a good feeling afterwards because he told me what he wants to do with the club and with the players. It was a good talk with him and after that I was convinced this was the right decision."
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