Newcastle United striker Michael Owen says that although he's signed for the Magpies, Liverpool will always remain close to his heart.
His dream return to Anfield was blocked by the Liverpool big cheese who refused to meet Real Madrid's asking price having already spent £7million on Southampton's Peter Crouch. He's now a Newcastle player but he still spoke very highly of his former employers Liverpool.
"I don't think they (Liverpool) need too much comfort (because I've signed for Newcastle)," said Owen. "They're the European champions and they've had great success with a new manager.
"I was at Liverpool a long time and I still have many friends there. Liverpool will always be a part of my life because I played there so long.
"I want to win trophies and play in front of pbuttionate supporters. I love playing the game. It's an exciting club to join. It'll be like the country winning the World Cup when Newcastle win something. I can't wait for it to happen."
He added: "I'm the type of lad that doesnt like a big fuss. I don't like to see my face in the papers. I'm glad it's all finished now.
"I can guarantee that whoever I play for, whatever team I play for, I'll always give 100% and do what I can to win as many games as possible. I guarantee that I'll give it my best shot."
Asked if he had a message for Liverpool fans, Owen said: "Well it's obviously unfortunate for one set of fans. I spoke to Liverpool and unfortunately that deal couldn't come off. That's life. Deals sometimes happen and sometimes don't.
"All I can do now is look to the future at Newcastle and do well in this black and white shirt. It's the way football has always been and always will be."
-- "Sometimes you are a winner, sometimes you are a loser. But you must always be strong." - Jerzy Dudek
