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Fernando Torres: No chance of me leaving Liverpool FC
Aug 1 2009 by Our Correspondent, Daily Post
ONE talented Spaniard may be heading for the Anfield exit door but Liverpool’s most valuable import insists he has never been happier.
Fernando Torres will return to his homeland for tomorrow’s friendly against Espanyol looking to build up his match sharpness ahead of the new Premier League campaign.
The prolific frontman only returned from his extended summer break on the eve of the Reds’ Far East tour but it looked as though he had never been away.
He produced a dazzling 10-minute cameo against Thailand before opening his account during a half-hour burst in the 5-0 win over Singapore.
After being hampered by hamstring problems last season, Torres is on a mission to make up for lost time.
“I want to forget all my injury problems from last season and I want to play in every single game this season – be it the league, the Champions League, the FA Cup or the League Cup,” he said.
“Based on the quality of this squad, we can go very far and win many trophies.
“All I want is to score more goals to help the team win more trophies.”
Much has been made about Liverpool’s lack of firepower with Andriy Voronin, David Ngog and rookie Krisztian Nemeth the only possible alternatives.
Robbie Keane hasn’t been replaced since he returned to Spurs in January but Torres insists he is happy leading the line on his own.
“Playing up front alone has its challenges but I’m used to it since my days at Atletico Madrid,” he said.
“I don’t mind playing alone or with another striker. I don’t really think about it. As a striker, you are playing for the team and what is more important is that you score goals and help your team win the game in the end.
“I don’t think we need to sign any other players. We have already bought good players such as Glen Johnson whom I believe is a good signing for Liverpool.
“We don’t need to buy new players to prove that we are capable of winning.”
Torres admits he is relishing the prospect of renewing his partnership with Steven Gerrard following the skipper’s return to the Reds squad after his court appearance.
“Gerrard is the best player in the world and is a special friend to me,” Torres said.
“We have this special understanding between us on the field. He can read my mind and I can read his.
“He is always looking out for me on the field. Once I make a move, he will try and pass the ball to me. So far our partnership has worked very well.”
Xabi Alonso may have decided he wants to cut short his stay on Merseyside and move to Real Madrid but Torres insists he won’t be lured away.
The striker, who is under contract until 2013, is desperate to win silverware and believes he will achieve his dreams at Anfield.
“I have never thought about leaving the club,” he added.
“My team in Spain is Atletico Madrid and my team in England is Liverpool.
“I don’t think I’ll play for another English club, and definitely not Manchester United.
“I’m a Liverpool player and I just want to do my best for the club.
“I strongly believe we will win at least the league title within the next two years.”
Meanwhile, Martin Kelly has had a taste of the big time and is hungry for more.
The 19-year-old academy graduate from Whiston, who made his senior debut against PSV Eindhoven in the Champions League last season, is relishing being part of Rafa Benitez’s squad during pre-season.
The defender went on the Reds’ Far East tour and got his chance to shine with 45 minutes against Thailand and half an hour against Singapore.
“I was really happy to be out there and spend time around all the big names,” he said.
“The training was great and the game time was a real bonus. The speed of the game is so much quicker in the first team compared to the reserves.
“I enjoyed the experience and hopefully now I can get some more matches under my belt.
“It’s a squad game these days so if there are any injuries I have to ensure I’m ready to be called upon.
“First team chances don’t come around too often but when they do I need to ensure I take them.”
Kelly graduated to Melwood in the summer of 2007 and can play at centre-back or full-back.
He helped the reserves win the title in 2007/08 and had a spell on loan at Huddersfield Town last season.
But he returned determined to make his mark at Anfield and has been learning fast from experienced clubmate Jamie Carragher.
“The lads have been great to me on and off the pitch,” he added.
“Carra has been a big help. Obviously he plays in my position and in training he has been talking with me about the things I need to work on.
“There are a few jokers in the side like Pepe (Reina) and Albert (Riera).
“But when it comes to training everyone gets down to work seriously and the vibe is great.”
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du forum) des conNaissances du passé. C'est comme celà qu'on se " fait une culture club " et qui fait qu'on aime le Lfc.
, moi c'est exactement le même parcours ! Owen avec la superbe année 2001, puis Gerrard et la finale de 2005 où j'accroche vraiment mais au même moment je comprend le "spirit" que dégage ce club. A partir de là, je supporte une équipe et non plus et un joueur.
