Liverpool youngster Adam Lewis is determined to make the most of Alberto Moreno's departure - starting at Prenton Park on Thursday.
The Reds are presently without dedicated senior backup to left-back Andy Robertson after Moreno left on a free transfer at the end of last month.
Jurgen Klopp believes James Milner, who starred in the position in the 2016-17 season, and Joe Gomez offer alternatives in the full-back berth.
Lewis, who forged a reputation as a left-back with the under-18s before moving up to the U23s last season, has been training with the first team at Melwood since pre-season preparations started on Saturday.
And the 19-year-old hopes for an opportunity to impress Reds boss Klopp over the coming weeks.
"In my position, with Alberto going, there's obviously a chance and he (the manager) gives the youngsters a go in pre-season," said Lewis, who signed a new long-term deal at Liverpool in February.
"Of course, pre-season is an opportunity where you can show what you have got.
"The manager has seen me play, I've been here last season a few times, but the most important thing for me is to stay down here (at Melwood) and get on the bench in the upcoming season.
"Training with them (the first-team squad) just gives you a taste, it makes you want it more.
"Being a part of a big club is massive and it gives you a big confidence boost, and getting the call up to Melwood is always a good thing for a young lad - being a Scouser it makes it even more important."
Liverpool begin their warm-up campaign at League One neighbours Tranmere Rovers on Thursday before a trip to Bradford City three days later.
Asked if he was hoping for minutes, Lewis told liverpoolfc.com: "All I have to do is keep impressing in training and hopefully I get my chance."
