Kuyt disappointed to lose Liverpool place

Kuyt has been one of Liverpool’s best players in recent years but Kenny Dalglish prefers the unproven Jordan Henderson to the Dutchman.

“I’m disappointed to be out of the team,” said Kuyt.

“From childhood, I’ve always been disappointed when I’m not in the team because I’m desperate to be involved and make a good contribution. But it also makes me very determined too. I need to continue to prove myself, train as hard as possible and, when I do play, make sure my performance is of a high standard.”