Lucas Leiva has yet to establish himself as a first team regular at Anfield, but Liverpool fans have largely been impressed by his efforts this season.
The 20-year-old Brazilian has now been on Merseyside for four months, and has explained that now his English is improving Liverpool is finally starting to feel like a home from home.
"It's certainly easier for me to talk to Stevie (Gerrard) and the other lads now," he told LFC magazine. "I think I can get my message across and hopefully my teammates can understand me.
"Obviously that is hugely beneficial when it comes to playing the game and the fact that I can now chat to the lads is really helping me settle in."
The midfielder has yet to net his first Reds goal despite making 14 appearances for the side, although he was robbed of his first strike in the Merseyside derby back in September as his last-minute rocket shot was palmed off the line by Everton midfielder Phil Neville.
Crouch Admiration
But Lucas is convinced the goals will come and admits he looks up to Anfield striker Peter Crouch - in more ways than one! "Peter Crouch is also a great player," said Lucas.
"I remember watching him at the 2006 World Cup and his touch is really good. He is also a nice guy too and really funny. He's always joking about training and making everyone laugh. That's good when you're a new player at the club."
The Robot Returns?
However, Lucas also expressed his annoyance at Crouch's failure to replicate that renowned goal celebration. "I remember seeing his famous robot celebration and thought it was great," laughed the Brazilian. "But he hasn't done it since I have been here. Hopefully I will get to see it soon."
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