Reina keen on Liverpool stay

(GSM) – Liverpool goalkeeper Jose Manuel Reina has revealed he “couldn’t imagine playing for another club” as he prepares to open talks over a new contract.

The Merseyside club have already held preliminary discussions with Reina and his agent over a new deal, with his current contract still having more than two years to run.

But more talks are expected soon and Reina is clearly hoping for a positive conclusion.

He said: “I would like to stay here a long, long time, I am certain about that.

“I couldn’t imagine playing for another club and pulling on another shirt. The club knows how I feel about this, so hopefully there will be some developments soon. I am ready to talk.”

Liverpool, who have also opened talks with midfielder Javier Mascherano over a new deal to ward off Barcelona’s interest, now intend to make sure Reina is not tempted to return to his homeland.

The Spain stopper added: “I realise just how lucky I am to represent this club. I couldn’t be happier here. My family is well settled down and my children especially feel like Liverpool is home.

“On the football side, I am 27 and have many games behind me. Mentally, I feel ready to take on anything because my experiences – especially at Liverpool – have made me a much stronger person and professional. Right now, I am in one of the best moments of my career.”