Manchester United deputy goalkeeper Sergio Romero believes Jose Mourinho's arrival at Old Trafford can help him dislodge David de Gea as the club's No 1.

Romero started United's first six games of the 2015-16 campaign as De Gea's future remained up in the air during the early stages of the season.

The Argentina No 1, who joined United on a free transfer last summer, made way for De Gea after the Spaniard's move to Real Madrid fell through at the eleventh hour.

Argentina goalkeeper Sergio Romero is hoping to dislodge David de Gea as Manchester United's No 1

De Gea had yet another fine season at Old Trafford and was named United's player of the year once again

Romero went on to make just four more appearances under Louis van Gaal but he is confident his successor will give him for playing time.

'Mourinho knows I'm a hard worker and he can count on me,' explained Romero. 'I think the door to becoming United's first goalkeeper is open again for me.'

De Gea stands in the way of Romero becoming United's first choice goalkeeper but Real Madrid continue to be linked with the former Atletico Madrid man.

Reports in Spain suggest Mourinho is willing to 'fight' off' interest from Real Madrid in order to keep De Gea away from the clutches of the Santiago Bernabeu outfit.

Romero will be hoping to impress Mourinho and his coaching staff during this summer's Copa America.

Argentina face holders Chile at the Levi's Stadium in their opening game on Tuesday before taking on Panama and Bolivia in their final Group D fixtures.

Madrid-based newspaper AS claim Mourinho will 'fight' to keep hold of Manchester United's No 1

Mourinho (centre left) watches England take on Portugal at Wembley Stadium on Thursday evening