Scott Parker has told his new-look defence to expect their 'toughest test of the year' when Fulham host Liverpool in the Premier League on Sunday.
Parker bolstered his backline with a number of new signings before October's transfer deadline as the club focused on ensuring top-flight survival.
Fulham have conceded eight goals fewer than at the same point in their last top-flight campaign in 2018-19.
Scott Parker is ready for the champions to provide a big threat to the relegation strugglers
The Reds had a rocky start but have overcome injuries to place themselves in the title fight
But Parker warned the likes of Antonee Robinson, Joachim Andersen, Tosin Adarabioyo and Ola Aina - all of whom are recent arrivals at Craven Cottage and regulars in the starting XI - to expect a stern test against the defending Premier League champions.