Smicer proud to have been a Red

Last updated : 19 May 2005 By Al Campbell
Smicer, one of football's nice guys, is set to leave on a free transfer in the summer when his contract expires. Smicer hopes to remain in the Premiership and has had offers from numerous clubs.

"It's sad for me to be leaving because when you spend six years of your life at a club, it will always be in your heart," said Smicer.
 
"Liverpool is one of the biggest and best clubs in the world so I'm sorry to be leaving. I was sad I didn't get the chance to play for the final time at Anfield, but perhaps I will be back next season with a different club. I would like to stay here because, for me, the Premiership is the best league in the world.
 
"The Spanish league is more technical and Italy has always been strong, but the atmosphere in Serie A is not the same as here. The standard of football in this country is getting better and better, which is shown by Chelsea and Arsenal and the fact Liverpool can get into the Champions League Final.

"I hope I can be involved. There would be no better way to end a career at Liverpool than playing a role in the Champions League Final. When I was injured, I dreamed Liverpool wouldplay and beat AC Milan in the San Siro.
 
"I hope this comes true. I played a small part against Bayer Leverkusen and Juventus earlier in the competition but all I can do is wait and see what happens next week.
 
"Now I'd just like to say goodbye to everyone at Liverpool and say how proud I am to have been at the club. A victory next week will be the best way to go."