The 24-year-old is on standby for the clash with Liverpool as Wojciech Szczesny is struggling to recover from a rib problem.

"Liverpool will be more technical and play the ball on the floor more than Stoke," said the Italian.

"It is a dream of any kid to play at Anfield. I went a few years ago to watch a game, just to see the stadium.

"It will be fun if I have the chance, because I would love to play in that ground, feel the atmosphere and hopefully get a win."