Thome fit and ready

The Brazilian defender, who hasn't made a first team appearance since New Years Day, may get his first Premiership start of the season against Liverpool on Sunday.

Thome, who has had three operations to correct a knee problem, said: "Sooner or later the call will come and when it does, I will be ready.

It's down to me to show what I can do.

"The knee's not been a problem. I have to rest after every game but as long as I do that I can prepare properly for the next match."

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