Source: SKY_Sports
No regrets for Keane
Robbie Keane has insisted he did everything he could at Liverpool but is now relishing the challenge of trying to lead Tottenham out of trouble.[LNB] Keane clinched a move back to Spurs on deadline day after initially leaving White Hart Lane last summer to join Liverpool.[LNB]He never managed to establish himself in the Reds side but does not regret his decision to head to Anfield in the first place.[LNB]The Republic of Ireland international maintains that he tried his utmost to impress Rafa Benitez, although he does not want to dwell on the disappointment of his spell with Liverpool.[LNB]He told Sky Sports News: "Things happen for a reason. I went there and it didn't work out and now I'm back here.[LNB]"I never regret things I have done in football. I am back here now at a fantastic club with a fantastic manager.[LNB]"When you are in and out of the team it is never easy. You need to play regularly to get your sharpness but sometimes a manager just doesn't fancy you.[LNB]"I found it difficult to take to be left out of the squad but I worked every day in training and I have moved on now and I am looking forward to the challenge at Spurs.[LNB]"Sometimes the grass is not always greener on the other side and I have really enjoyed coming back.[LNB]"There is a great feel around the club and I am glad Harry gave me the opportunity to come back."[LNB]ConfidentTottenham are currently just one point above the relegation zone ahead of their derby clash with Arsenal on Sunday but Keane is confident of survival.[LNB]"We have a strong squad but we have to do it on the pitch, starting against Arsenal on Sunday," he urged.[LNB]"It is so close that if you get a couple of wins you are right back up there.[LNB]"I am really looking forward to putting that jersey on and hopefully getting three points on Sunday."[LNB]UnitKeane has been handed the captain's armband by Spurs manager Harry Redknapp and he hopes to inspire his team-mates to some improved performances.[LNB]"The reality is we are in a relegation fight. It doesn't matter how good a team you are, if you are down there it is going to be difficult," he admitted.[LNB]"It is clear to see the lads are low on confidence but it is up to me and the rest of the team to get the troops going.[LNB]"There is enough quality here but it is up to us to deliver. We need to stick together as a unit and get ourselves out of this situation."[LNB]Redknapp praiseRedknapp has once again expressed his delight at securing Keane and saluted the 28-year-old's leadership qualities.[LNB]"He is a fantastic player as well as being a terrific character. I have always loved the way he plays - the enthusiasm, the skill and everything he brings," said Redknapp.[LNB]"Even in training this week I have noticed a big difference, his enthusiasm rubs off on everyone else.[LNB]"He is going to be important for us. [LNB]"If people are not pulling their weight he will let them know, in a nice way. We are a very quiet team and I think that is important."[LNB]
