Crouch going nowhere

Last updated : 02 January 2007 By Al Campbell
Despite Rafael Benitez denying any such move, Peter Crouch continues to be linked with Newcastle. Crouch himself has now dismissed the speculation and says he is happy at Liverpool.

"I've heard all the speculation and all I can say is I'm happy here and love playing for the club," said the England striker.

"It's a fantastic club, all the games are massive and I wouldn't want to leave. I hope I've shown when I do play I always give 100 per cent. I see my future here and as long as the manager doesn't want me to go, I won't be going.

"I've had challenges throughout my career and this is another one. There are a lot of players who get rotated and I'm not the only one.

"When you get a chance, you've got to take it. Hopefully I've given the manager something to think about. We all need to impress, not just those who are in and out.

"It can get frustrating when you want to play every game and do your best for the club, but all you can do is keep working hard.

"I know the manager has got no problem with me. Everyone who knows me knows my attitude won't change. I've always worked hard and given my all, and that's always going to be the case."