The Brazilian goalkeeper said: "I have never been the guaranteed first choice at the start of a season and, above all, I never demanded it.

"The important thing for me is to be physically fit. I think I can still give a great deal to this side as, along with my health, I still have lots of enthusiasm and desire.

"I am starting out this campaign in order to win back my place and everyone's faith in my abilities. Then it'll be down to the Coach to decide."