Murphy delighted with Reds form

Last updated : 28 July 2003 By Chris Maxwell
While the 26-year-old England man has yet to reach the form that made him Liverpool's player of the season in the last campaign, he believes that the increased competition in the side will bring the best out of the entire squad.

Murphy said: I thought it was a really good workout for us against Hong Kong in very hot conditions.

"The lads have showed some very encouraging signs during pre-season and have shown they can be versatile and play in different positions on the pitch.

"Players a rescoring goals from everywhere, the level of football has been of a high standard and it's all very encouraging. There is good competition for places."