New Liverpool signing Sotirios Kyrgiakos insists their title bid is still on, despite two defeats in three games.

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."