Posted: Tue Aug 29, 2006 9:13 pmAnother one for the reserves.
Moroccan striker Nabil El Zhar is confident he can be a success at Anfield after completing his move from St Etienne.
The 20 year old played for the reserves in their 4-1 defeat to Newcastle last night in a game which saw Robbie Fowler net for the Reds.
El Zhar, who was born in France but has opted to represent Morocco at international level, came to prominence during last year's World Youth Championships where he helped his country reach the semi-finals of the competition before they were knocked out by Brazil.
Having decided to bring an end to his career with St Etienne, he's now hopeful of forcing his way into Rafael Benitez's Anfield plans.
He said: "St Etienne offered me a professional deal but I waited before signing it because I was unconvinced it was in my best interests to stay.
"When we came back for pre-season training I came back with the seniors, but they weren't really expecting me.
"So I preferred to pack my suitcases and go somewhere where I'd have a long-term future, that's to say Liverpool.
"They are a big club, but I'm convinced I've made the right decision to sign for them. I'm aiming on making a name for myself here. It's my intention to play in the first team eventually. I want to prove myself, make a name for myself and, if I do that, my chances will come here."
Looks like he has finally signed, but I have heard that St Etienne are trying to get some compensation off Liverpool.