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Alberto Aquilani: 'I hope to do this shirt proud' - Latest Liverpool FC news
'THE Little Prince' walked into his new kingdom yesterday vowing to prove he's got what it takes to be a success at Anfield.[LNB]New signing Alberto Aquilani insisted he can cope with the physical demands of the Premier League and handle the pressure of being Xabi Alonso's successor.[LNB] Image 19 for Gallery 'New Liverpool FC signing Alberto Aquilani is introduced by Liverpool FC manager Rafael Benitez' Image 1 for Gallery 'New Liverpool FC signing Alberto Aquilani is introduced by Liverpool FC manager Rafael Benitez' Image 2 for Gallery 'New Liverpool FC signing Alberto Aquilani is introduced by Liverpool FC manager Rafael Benitez' Image 3 for Gallery 'New Liverpool FC signing Alberto Aquilani is introduced by Liverpool FC manager Rafael Benitez' Image 4 for Gallery 'New Liverpool FC signing Alberto Aquilani is introduced by Liverpool FC manager Rafael Benitez' Image 5 for Gallery 'New Liverpool FC signing Alberto Aquilani is introduced by Liverpool FC manager Rafael Benitez' Image 6 for Gallery 'New Liverpool FC signing Alberto Aquilani is introduced by Liverpool FC manager Rafael Benitez' Image 7 for Gallery 'New Liverpool FC signing Alberto Aquilani is introduced by Liverpool FC manager Rafael Benitez' Image 8 for Gallery 'New Liverpool FC signing Alberto Aquilani is introduced by Liverpool FC manager Rafael Benitez' Image 9 for Gallery 'New Liverpool FC signing Alberto Aquilani is introduced by Liverpool FC manager Rafael Benitez' Image 10 for Gallery 'New Liverpool FC signing Alberto Aquilani is introduced by Liverpool FC manager Rafael Benitez' Image 11 for Gallery 'New Liverpool FC signing Alberto Aquilani is introduced by Liverpool FC manager Rafael Benitez' Image 12 for Gallery 'New Liverpool FC signing Alberto Aquilani is introduced by Liverpool FC manager Rafael Benitez' Image 14 for Gallery 'New Liverpool FC signing Alberto Aquilani is introduced by Liverpool FC manager Rafael Benitez' Image 13 for Gallery 'New Liverpool FC signing Alberto Aquilani is introduced by Liverpool FC manager Rafael Benitez' Image 15 for Gallery 'New Liverpool FC signing Alberto Aquilani is introduced by Liverpool FC manager Rafael Benitez' Image 16 for Gallery 'New Liverpool FC signing Alberto Aquilani is introduced by Liverpool FC manager Rafael Benitez' Image 17 for Gallery 'New Liverpool FC signing Alberto Aquilani is introduced by Liverpool FC manager Rafael Benitez' Image 18 for Gallery 'New Liverpool FC signing Alberto Aquilani is introduced by Liverpool FC manager Rafael Benitez' Image 20 for Gallery 'New Liverpool FC signing Alberto Aquilani is introduced by Liverpool FC manager Rafael Benitez' Image 21 for Gallery 'New Liverpool FC signing Alberto Aquilani is introduced by Liverpool FC manager Rafael Benitez' Image 22 for Gallery 'New Liverpool FC signing Alberto Aquilani is introduced by Liverpool FC manager Rafael Benitez'// this.thumbs2show) + this.numPics*(this.numPics this.numPics || this.firstThumb < 1){this.firstThumb = myModulusThatWorks((this.firstThumb - 1),this.numPics) + 1;modified = 1;}if (modified == 1){this.refreshThumbs();}return thumbNo;}ImageGallery.prototype.scrollPic = function( by ) {var nextPic = this.curPic + by;if (nextPic > this.numPics){nextPic = 1;} else if (nextPic < 1){nextPic = this.numPics;}if (!this.useJSLinks) {try {var thumbToShow = document.getElementById('gallery_thumb_' + nextPic );window.location.href = thumbToShow.getElementsByTagName('A')[0].href;return;} catch (err) {//well that didn't work... lets hope the js version below works}}var thumbNo = this.setThumbs( this.curThumb + by );this.setGalleryPicture(nextPic,thumbNo);}var gallery = new ImageGallery(22,5);gallery.firstThumb = 1;gallery.refreshThumbs();gallery.setGalleryPicture(1,1);//]]>The 25-year-old will probably have to wait until October to make his Liverpool debut as he continues his rehabilitation following ankle surgery.[LNB]But the Italian international, who was given his nickname by Roma fans, is confident he will come back better than ever and reward the faith shown in him by Rafa Benitez.[LNB]Liverpool agreed to pay the Serie A club £17.1million for his services but with various add-ons the fee could rise to £20m over the next five years.[LNB]Aquilani said: 'I am really pleased to be here and this is an important occasion for me.[LNB]'Liverpool is one of the strongest teams in the world and I'm very happy. I have never played at Anfield but I have heard a lot about the unique atmosphere.[LNB]'There is great history here. It's world famous and not just because of the five European Cups. I grew up in Rome in the years after the (1984) final between Liverpool and Roma.[LNB]'I was very much aware of that final and you can't ignore the huge past this club has.[LNB]'To play for a big club like this means a lot to me and I hope to play a very important role.[LNB]'The manager knows my characteristics and good points. I want to fulfil all the hope he has and I'm want to stay here for as long as possible.[LNB]'The Premier League is the most difficult league. It's going to be a high level but I'm very excited.[LNB]'Obviously the football here is different to Italian football. It is faster, more athletic and the teams are stronger.
