Joe Cole: "I've got to win people over"

Liverpool midfielder Joe Cole has said that he must win over the Anfield faithful after a false start in his career with the Reds.

The England international moved to Merseyside on a free transfer in 2010, but ensured a largely frustrating debut season.

However, the 30-year-old rediscovered his form during a loan spell with Lille last season and is now looking forward to the new season.

"Yeah, I've got to win people over – I know that," The Mirror quotes Cole as saying. "People have asked me if I wondered what happened after I joined, but I am only looking forward.

"Everything I have done in my career is in the bank, but I want to write new chapters. I want to be part of the revival of this great club and help make it successful.

"I have spoken with Brendan [Rodgers] and as far as I am concerned, I am here, I am looking forward to the season and we will go from there."

Cole scored six goals in 28 appearances for Les Dogues last season.