Liverpool midfielder Joe Allen is eager to endear himself to the Reds faithful and prove himself to manager Brendan Rodgers after a shaky start to the year at Anfield.

Allen made a strong impression at Liverpool after joining from Swansea last summer, but a barren run of form lately has raised doubts over his role in the side.

The 22-year-old was quick to refute suggestions that his £14 million price tag has hampered him.

"Everyone knows my form hasn't been great," ...

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