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. The Slovakia defender has impressed new boss Roy Hodgson and has been rewarded with an improved deal until 2014. And Skrtel has now set his sights on winning trophies with the Reds as they aim to bounce back from last season's woes. Staying put: Martin Skrtel (left) has extended his contract at LiverpoolHe said: 'I'm very pleased. I have been at Liverpool for nearly three years and I really like it here. '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.' 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. Impressed: Roy Hodgson'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. '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. 'The spirit is very good and we showed that against Arsenal with a great performance. We can build on that and carry it on. '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. '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. 'We have the highest targets - to win everything.' 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