Hull City manager Marco Silva has admitted to being "surprised" by Leicester City's slump in form this season, but believes that their win against Liverpool may provide a turning point.

The Foxes dropped into the relegation zone for the first time this campaign prior to Monday night's clash with the Reds after losing five games in a row without scoring a goal.

However, Silva believes that the subsequent 3-1 victory at the King Power Stadium, showing all the hallmarks of the side that cantered to the Premier League title last term against 5,000-1 odds, provides an ominous sign ahead of Hull's trip to the East Midlands on Saturday.

"I was surprised by Leicester because they are a good team with some very good players," he told reporters. "You can not forget what they achieved last season and also at home this campaign.

"I saw a team with a big motivation against Liverpool and I expect the same again. For sure we have a difficult game against Leicester but we must improve on our away form."

Silva also revealed that he is "confident" defender Harry Maguire will be fit to play a part this weekend after picking up a knee injury in last weekend's 1-1 draw with Burnley.