In the week that the longest-serving member of the current squad departed, with Lucas Leiva completing a move to Lazio after a decade at the club, the No.6 has reiterated his desire to prove his credentials beyond any doubt.
Lovren made 32 appearances at the heart of defence last term and signed a contract extension with the Reds to further prolong a stay that started back in the summer of 2014.
The Croatia international has recovered from a difficult first season to become a regular at centre-back under Jürgen Klopp and considers Lucas’ Anfield career one to emulate.