SOTIRIOS KYRGIAKOS reckons Liverpool can win the Premier League this season

The Reds got off to a disastrous start with defeats against Tottenham and Aston Villa in their first three matches.

But new signing Kyrgiakos insists they still have what it takes to lift the trophy.

The giant Greek centre-back said: "I watched a lot of last season's Premier League and I believe we were very close to the title.

"From what I have seen this season we are equipped to go even better.

"In my experience of winning titles, you need a great team spirit in the dressing room and I have seen this already among my new teammates.

"Everyone works hard and gives everything. That is the most important thing you need for such a long battle as the title race.

"After that, you need to be brave and have a little bit of luck along the way.

"I enjoy a challenge, and this is the toughest challenge I have taken in my career so far.

"I am looking forward to playing in this league but first I must prove myself to the manager in training.

"I know there are a lot of good players at this club so I cannot take anything for granted."