Reina denies Liverpool quit reports

Liverpool goalkeeper Jose Reina on Friday denied reports linking him with a move away from Anfield, insisting he had committed his long-term future to the club.

The highly rated Spanish international was reported to be considering a move in the January transfer window or at the end of the season, with Barcelona, Manchester United and Arsenal being linked to the keeper.

However Reina, who signed a new six-year contract at the end of last leason, said in a statement on Liverpool’s official website that he wanted to stay.

“I have not told the manager that I wish to leave in January or at any time,” the 28-year-old told liverpoolfc.tv.

“It is important our fans know this. I have a long-term contract at the club and am fully committed to the club.”

“I have seen a newspaper has made this suggestion. It is completely untrue.”

Reina said he had been given assurances about the future of Liverpool by new owners New England Sports Ventures.

“Our new owner met me and some of the other players last week and I was very happy with what he told me,” he added.

“The entire squad and staff are working very hard to get us back competing at the top of the table.

“We will not be distracted by inaccurate media speculation.”