With Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez speaking yesterday
of his need for wingers, Australian Harry Kewell has made it clear
that, after injuries wrecked his first four years on Merseyside, he
is determined to fight his way back onto the Reds' left
flank.
Kewell, now fully fit, is raring to prove himsel at Anfield. He
told The Daily Star that his objective to earn himself a new
Liverpool contract.
"I'll be giving it my all, fighting for a new deal," he tol the
newspaper.
And he was at pains to underline how much he has appreciated the
support he's received from Benitez during his injury-disrupted
Anfield career.
Kewell said: "I really owe the manager, Rafa Benitez. He's been a
massive fan of mine and I want to repay the faith he's shown in
me."
Because of injuries, he has been restricted to 123 appearances in
all competitions since joining Liverpool from Leeds United in
2003.
The left-winger added: "It's been a difficult time for me with all
the injuries. The fans have been frustrated with me and I've been
just as frustrated with myself.
"I am feeling good now, totally recovered and I'm planning a big
season.
"I'd like to be with a great club like Liverpool as long as I can.
If I get my wish great, but you can't put all your eggs in one
basket."
