Riyad Mahrez has no doubts over his ability to see off fierce competition and earn a place in Manchester City's star-studded starting XI.
Though he was close to joining the Premier League champions in January, questions have been raised over how the winger fits into a team already flush with attacking talent.
Mahrez, however, believes he is capable of breaking into Pep Guardiola's plans.
"I never thought about it," he told reporters on Thursday.