Ibrahima Konate keen to prove his worth at Liverpool this season

Left out of the starting XI in the season-opener at Ipswich, Konate was back in the team against Brentford

Ibrahima Konate had a standout performance in Liverpool’s win over Brentford (John Walton/PA)

Ibrahima Konate is eager to prove why he should partner Virgil van Dijk at the heart of defence after helping Liverpool to a 2-0 win over Brentford.

Left out of the starting XI in the season-opener at Ipswich, Konate was introduced at half-time after Jarell Quansah was controversially substituted and the Reds found an extra gear to overcome the Tractor Boys.