Liverpool defender Sami Hyypia has declared that he is still ready to feature for the club, in spite of Rafa Benitez's continuing refusal to choose him.
The Finnish defender was delivered the ultimate snub by Benitez this season when he was omitted from the club's Champions League squad.
The 35 year-old has been one of Liverpool's best serving defenders over the past decade but has been cast into the shadows during this campaign.
The early season form of Martin Skrtel combined with the resurgence of Dan Agger has left Hyypia kicking his heels in the stands.
He admits to frustration at not being picked for the side but the former Liverpool skipper insists that he will be ready when called upon.
He told the club's official website: "I am always fit and ready to come into the side. It's very unfortunate what happened to Martin Skrtel because he was playing very well.
"Defensively it may take either Daniel [Agger)] or myself some time to get into the rhythm because we haven't played much, but hopefully it won't take too long.
"Of course all players want to play and I am no different. It can be frustrating when you train hard every day and then on a match day you are at home, in the stands or on the bench.
"That is something I have had to get used to, but I am feeling alright and waiting for my chance to play. When it comes along I want to be ready for playing well."
The Finnish defender was delivered the ultimate snub by Benitez this season when he was omitted from the club's Champions League squad.
The 35 year-old has been one of Liverpool's best serving defenders over the past decade but has been cast into the shadows during this campaign.
The early season form of Martin Skrtel combined with the resurgence of Dan Agger has left Hyypia kicking his heels in the stands.
He admits to frustration at not being picked for the side but the former Liverpool skipper insists that he will be ready when called upon.
He told the club's official website: "I am always fit and ready to come into the side. It's very unfortunate what happened to Martin Skrtel because he was playing very well.
"Defensively it may take either Daniel [Agger)] or myself some time to get into the rhythm because we haven't played much, but hopefully it won't take too long.
"Of course all players want to play and I am no different. It can be frustrating when you train hard every day and then on a match day you are at home, in the stands or on the bench.
"That is something I have had to get used to, but I am feeling alright and waiting for my chance to play. When it comes along I want to be ready for playing well."
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