Fabinho admits the start to his Liverpool career was "horrible".
In an interview with the Sunday Times, the 25-year-old concedes not playing was 'horrible' for him, although he never complained at his situation.
"When you're left out of the squad it's horrible," he said. “But whenever people asked, I never complained and said it was a matter of hard work and patience and I've tried to show these things.
"Although it's sad when you're not picked, I've never lost confidence or doubted my ability. I've always believed in myself - that I can bring a lot to the team."
Fabinho continued: "I wanted to play earlier but I had to work hard. I was strengthening my body because in the Premier League it's a different game, the physicality is different.
“(Jurgen) Klopp wanted me to adapt, get acquainted with teammates and become used to the second-nature things players in a system like his should be doing. The coaching staff would show me pictures or videos of what I could improve - and there were many things.
"The role I have at Liverpool is similar to Monaco. The difference is the intensity of the league. Midfielders need to play fast, think fast and be strong in the 50-50s."
