Torres thanks fans

Last updated : 14 May 2008 By Al Campbell
Torres became an immediate Kop favourite this season as he scored 33 goals in all competitions. Yesterday the striker thanked the fans and said his record breaking season was down to their support.

"The supporters back the players, regardless of who is out on the pitch," he said.

"They enjoy watching their key players play, because Liverpool has great players, but Liverpool will always be a team.

"The fans get behind the side even when things are not working out, and they are always there until the death.

"That is the major difference with football back in Spain. If a team is not doing well, then it is because the players do not deserve to be wearing the club's colours.

"At Liverpool, if a player is wearing their shirt, it is because he deserves it. The fans ask for effort and dedication, and their support is something special, something that stays with you.

"Luckily, everything has worked out well from day one, and my team-mates have helped out, and I owe them all an awful lot."