Atletico Madrid defender Stefan Savic hopes to put his injury-hit first season behind him and make his mark at the Vicente Calderon. 

The former Manchester City centre-back, who arrived in Spain from Fiorentina last year, endured a difficult maiden campaign under Diego Simeone, injuries restricting the Montenegro international to just 12 LaLiga appearances.

However, Savic remains confident he can challenge for a starting berth next season despite competition from first-choice pairing Diego Godin and Jose Maria Gimenez plus highly-rated youngster Lucas Hernandez.

"When I changed from Italy to Spain it wasn't easy, although I adapted very quickly," the 25-year-old told Omnisport ahead of Friday's International Champions Cup clash against Tottenham in Melbourne. 

"I was injured for two months. I had a calf problem. But that is the past and I think this year I am going to have more to show.

"I'm always trying to get the best out of me and improve every day."