I'm no Kop flop! Aquilani determined to repay the faith of Liverpool fans

Kop flop Alberto Aquilani has vowed to prove boss Rafa Benitez was right to spend £20million to sign him from Roma last summer, determined to repay Liverpool fans for their patience and support during his wretched spell at Anfield so far.The Italian midfielder has been blighted by injury problems and has managed just seven starts for the Reds since his high-profile arrival.Even Liverpool legend Ian Rush has singled him out for scathing criticism, suggesting he has not done enough to justify his staggering transfer fee. Point to prove: Alberto Aquilani is determined to repay Liverpool fans' patienceBut the 25-year-old has revealed banners of support from the club's supporters, despite his long-term lay-off, have spurred him on in his quest to become a Kop idol. Rafa's eyes on prize as boss refuses to see Europa League as anti-climaxEx-Liverpool, Newcastle and City star Hamann banned for drink-drivingLiverpool are just living in the past while Man City are the future, insists BarryLIVERPOOL FC

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