Source: Daily_Mail
Martin Skrtel signs new contract with Liverpool
Martin Skrtel has targeted silverware this season after signing a two-year contract extension at Liverpool. [LNB]The Slovakia defender has impressed new boss Roy Hodgson and has been rewarded with an improved deal until 2014. [LNB]And Skrtel has now set his sights on winning trophies with the Reds as they aim to bounce back from last season's woes. [LNB] Staying put: Martin Skrtel (left) has extended his contract at Liverpool[LNB]He said: 'I'm very pleased. I have been at Liverpool for nearly three years and I really like it here.[LNB] 'I like the city, I like the club and I like the fans so I'm happy I am able to sign a new contract. Liverpool is one of the biggest clubs in the world so I am proud I can play here for four more years.' [LNB]Skrtel, who signed for £6million in 2008, added: 'Before I came here a lot of people thought I wasn''t good enough to play for Liverpool, but I think I have shown I am. [LNB]Impressed: Roy Hodgson[LNB]'I'm happy to try and carry on giving good performances and doing my best for the club. Signing a new contract gives me confidence and I will work hard in training every day to play as many games as possible. You can always improve. [LNB] 'I know the good and bad parts of my game and I will keep working. Lots of things have changed at the club this year with new players, a new manager and new medical staff. [LNB] 'The spirit is very good and we showed that against Arsenal with a great performance. We can build on that and carry it on. [LNB] 'We have quality in the dressing room and I know we will do better this year. A club like Liverpool deserves to win trophies and I will help them do that, hopefully this season. [LNB]'Everyone plays football to win trophies. Playing for Liverpool is a big motivation for everyone and we will do everything we can to win the Premier League. [LNB]'We have the highest targets - to win everything.' [LNB] Liverpool 1 Arsenal 1: Reds find their old spirit after Cole's card anguishClub-by-club Premier League guide to every transfer deal in summer 2010 LIVERPOOL FC
