Brendan Rodgers insists Liverpool FC have no intention of selling Martin Skrtel this summer.
The 28-year-old has started just one Premier League game since the defeat to Manchester United in January and speculation about his Anfield future has continued to grow.
“It has been difficult for him and I’ve acknowledged and recognized that,” Rodgers said.
“The great professional he is means his focus has been outstanding and he’s trained very, very hard everyday and has been there when he’s been required.
“We made the change a few months back and I think Jamie Carragher has arguably been one of the best defenders in the league, and Daniel Agger has been fresh and played very well.
“It has been unfortunate for Martin but he has been a loyal member of the squad and is still very much part of my plans here.
“He’s happy here, he’s not in any rush to leave but players want to play. I haven’t had any concerns with Martin at all, his attitude has been first class.
“It is important they know where they stand and he knows where they stand. He is very much a part of what we are trying to do here. We are trying to build up a group with a winning mentality and he’s got a winning mentality. It’s just unfortunate he lost his place.
“It wasn’t so much through his form, it was just I felt we needed more of an organizer and a leader.”
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