Sadio Mane addresses fitness concerns ahead of Liverpool vs Man Utd

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Sadio Mane has eased fears over his fitness as Liverpool prepare to face fierce rivals Manchester United in Sunday's blockbuster showdown.

Mane was hauled off in last week's FA Cup clash with Aston Villa, after scoring two goals to help the Reds to a 4-1 victory.

The Senegal forward was replaced by Divock Origi after suffering a hip injury - sparking an injury concern or Jurgen Klopp's side ahead of the visit of United.

But Mane has shrugged off the issue as he confirmed he is fit and raring to go for the top-of-the-table clash at Anfield. "It was just a knock and when I got it, it took a few minutes to settle down," the 28-year-old told Liverpool's official website. "It was like a dead leg, but on my hip – not my back.