"I come from a family of Liverpool fans and I know what this club means and I am very happy," said the captain.
"I am enjoying everything although of course I am desperate for things to get better, but I know this will happen under Benitez. He is a very good coach.
"This campaign has been up and down but we are in a cup final and we have a good challenge ahead in order to finish in the top four. It would be nice to be involved in the title race but we will give it our best shot in the other competitions.
"Obviously there have been a lot of changes and it is going to be a question of time until everything is rosy again. The manager has introduced good players but they have taken time to settle which is normal.
"I am certain that with time the manager will improve things. With a complete change in coaching staff and seven players in and seven out it is going to be difficult but the boys are enjoying training."