Babel to stay at Liverpool

Liverpool winger Ryan Babel is ready to stay at Anfield and prove his worth next season.

The Dutchman has failed to become a regular at Liverpool and has been linked with a move away from the club in recent months.

“In December I’ll be 23. When you reach that age, then in my eyes you aren’t a potential talent any more,” Babel said.

“Next season age isn’t an excuse any more, and that’s an excuse trainers use too often, saying ‘You’re young and you have the time’.

“My goal this season was to progress to a higher level and be in the starting line-up. But they brought in another left forward in the summer and he’s been playing regularly.

“But I have patience and I know that I have to work hard and I have to show the manager that I am ready and have earned the right to be picked.”

[Source: Sky Sports News]