Takumi Minamino: I want to meet the expectations of the fans

Published at :January 26, 2020 at 12:18 AM

Modified at :December 13, 2023 at 1:01 PM

(Courtesy : This is Anfield)

The Japan international is extremely keen to repay his manager with good performances on the pitch.

Takumi Minamino made his Premier League debut at short notice in the win at Wolverhampton Wanderers on Thursday as he replaced the injured Sadio Mane just after the half-hour mark. It was his second appearance for Liverpool since arriving from Salzburg earlier this month, with the No.18 now keen to raise his levels. [KH_ADWORDS type="4" align="center"][/KH_ADWORDS] "I feel the manager's trust in me, so I really want to repay him," Minamino said to Liverpoolfc following the Wolves victory. "Personally, I'm not satisfied with my own performance [at Wolves], so I want to meet the expectations of the people who support me." "I was mentally ready to go and all I was thinking was how to fit into the team smoothly and get into the game. "I don't feel any pressure. I'm not sure how much expectation has been put on me, but I have nothing to lose." Minimino's pair of outings have seen him display the kind of versatility Klopp welcomed shortly after his transfer was completed. [KH_RELATED_NEWS title="Related News | ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW"][/KH_RELATED_NEWS] The 25-year-old played in a central role during his bow for the Reds against Everton in the FA Cup before operating on the left and then right flank at Wolves.

"I can play on either side, but it was more about how to link up with the full-backs," Minamino continued. "If we can build a better understanding of each other, I'm sure it will get even better. "They scored an equaliser after I came on, so I was desperate to contribute to the winning goal in any way I can. "After we scored the second goal, I made sure to keep it simple and defend solidly."