Reds star to Riise to the challenge

Last updated : 17 February 2004 By Chris Maxwell
The 23-year-old Norwegian international lost his first-team place to Jamie Carragher and he feels he must learn from the bootle-born defender if he is to reclaim a place in Gerard Houllier's plans.

Riise,speaking to the club's official website, said: "I love my club. I know myself that I will get the chance soon. Then, I've just got to take it.

"I have got to sort out the defensive side. I can learn from Carragher there. He is among the best at the club.

"I have got a lot of patience, as I know the chance will come. That is fair enough as long as I know Houllier wants me."