Torres targets Reds glory
01 Jul 2008 - 08:32:49
Spain striker Fernando Torres has set his sights on winning trophies with Liverpool after his success at Euro 2008.
The 24-year-old hot-shot was a key part of the Spain side that secured their first piece of major silverware for 44 years at this summer's European Championship.
He scored the winner in Sunday's 1-0 final victory over Germany in Vienna and was named in UEFA's team of the tournament.
Torres capped a memorable first season at Anfield with international glory as he had found the net 33 times in all competitions for his new club prior to heading off to Austria & Switzerland.
But the former Atletico Madrid striker has no intention of resting on his laurels after targeting more success with the Reds.
"It is a dream come true and now we have a place in European history, so it is very special," he told the club's official website.
"It is my first major title but I hope it will be the first of many because I want to win many more titles with Liverpool and Spain.
"I would like to thank the staff and players at Liverpool for their support during Euro 2008 because it makes a real difference when you know you have the backing of the people of your club. Because of this they share in our success.
"I have had a wonderful first season at Anfield and the goals I scored for Liverpool gave me the confidence and belief I needed for the Euros.
"It is incredible because the Liverpool fans have given me so much support and I know that they have even been supporting Spain. This is something I will never forget and I thank everyone for that.
"Now I am looking forward to competing for trophies with the Reds because I know that means so much to the club and the fans."
Meanwhile, the Reds have confirmed that Torres, plus international colleagues Xabi Alonso, Pepe Reina and Alvaro Arbeloa are not expected back at the club for pre-season training for another three weeks.
