The Brazilian awaits his first competitive appearance for the club after remaining on the bench for Sunday’s season-opening 4-0 win over West Ham United at Anfield – following a minor injury and illness in the days before the game.
He had been involved in all nine of the Reds’ summer friendlies, learning the nuances of what Jürgen Klopp needs and demands from his midfield players.
There are, of course, differences in style from that Fabinho was used to at his previous team, AS Monaco, but the No.3 is taking the process in his stride.
“I think my performances have been good,” he told Premier League Productions.