Liverpool vs. Bayern Munich: "I've already played against Kylian Mbappe" – David Alaba not threatened by Mohamed Salah's threat

Bayern Munich defender David Alaba is not afraid of the threat ahead of him, Liverpool striker Mohamed Salah, the Austrian having already played against players like the Paris Saint-Germain striker Kylian Mbappe.

A heavyweight encounter in the last 16 of the Champions League is fast approaching, with Bayern expected at Anfield on Tuesday.

Jurgen Klopp's hosts will try to make the most of the home advantage by welcoming the holders of the Bundesliga title in Merseyside.

Salah, who has 20 more goals to his credit this season, will be among those seeking to make a decisive contribution to an insufficient continental shock.

Since he plays a wide offensive role, it is likely that he will run into Alaba at one point.

Bayern's Austrian international is aware of the fact that he has to face a tough night against one of the best players on the planet, but thinks he has the necessary experience to contain the pace and deception of 39, an Egyptian enemy.

"Salah is one of the best players in the world," said Alaba Bild.

"He's fast, but I've played against other fast players such as Mbappe. I know from experience that it is essential that I use my strengths. "

Alaba added that Bayern would face the Premier League title hopes: "It will certainly not be an easy match. But, of course, we believe in ourselves because we know our strength.

"We are Bayern Munich and we must not hide from any opponent!

"We will give everything to get out of the duel successfully at the end."

Alaba has the support of Bayern President Karl-Heinz Rummenigge in his impending battle with Salah.

The 26-year-old is considered one of the top-backers and should have enough money in his locker to prevent one of Liverpool's stars from dominating the debate.

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Rummenigge said: "This will undoubtedly be a key duel.

"I have total trust in David, he is one of the best left defenders in the world. I believe that he can and will succeed in controlling Salah.

Liverpool is currently resting before a meeting with Bayern, having already left the England Cup, but the German giants still have a coming out – against Augsburg on Friday – before their attention is focused on European affairs.