Houllier said: "Centre midfield is not a position Igor has played in for a long time but his defending and passing was okay against Valencia. He has a good chance of starting next week, and I think he will be playing more this season than he realises.
"He can play at centre midfield and centre-back, and every time he has played at centre-back, he has played well. He is strong and powerful and quick. Sometimes he loses the ball when he passes but then who doesn't? I prefer players who try things.
"The fans were with him against Valencia and they wanted him to succeed."
"Clubs from abroad are queuing to take him on loan for a year, but I refuse to let him go out on loan. I believe in him and I have every faith in him."
Should Biscan start in central midfield on Sunday?