Source: Eurosport
Kyrgiakos eyes late-career glory
Liverpool's new Greek defender Sotirios Kyrgiakos plans to capitalise on his unexpected chance to be successful at the very highest level.
The 30-year-old central defender has signed a two-year contract at Anfield after a £2million move from AEK Athens.
"I am very happy to have this chance at Liverpool. I know I had just signed a new contract with AEK," Kyrgiakos said. "But although it was a good contract, you never stop having ambitions in life, and that is why I am here."
He added: "When you are approached by a club like Liverpool, it is an offer you just cannot refuse.
"I hope that I can bring my strength to this squad, I am good in the air and I have a lot of experience now, so I hope I can be of benefit to Liverpool.
"There are a lot of real quality players here, so I hope to add to their squad and I know they will help me settle down here.
"I have played for Rangers in Scotland and Frankfurt in Germany, that has given me a lot of experience of competitive leagues so I believe I will adapt quickly."
Kyrgiakos is expected to be in Liverpool's squad on Monday for the home league game against Aston Villa.
He said: "I do not know yet whether I will be playing on Monday against Aston Villa, that is up to the manager, but I will be ready if needed.
"I know that there have not been many Greek players who have been successful in the English game, so I feel that I have something to prove for my country, that we can play at this level."
