Liverpool defender Martin Kelly eager for more games this season

Liverpool defender Martin Kelly has admitted that he is eager to feature more for the club this season.

After returning from a serious knee injury last summer, the 24-year-old made just eight appearances for the Reds during the 2013-14 campaign.

Kelly now hopes that he will be given a chance to impress in pre-season ahead of what he believes is a "massive" year ahead for him.

"I think in terms of confidence and feeling strong I'm definitely 100%, but in longer terms that takes games," he told the club's official website.

"You can't replicate that in training, so the more games I play, the more I'll get up to that peak fitness which is what I need this season – it's a massive season for me.

"I've been fit for a season now but I haven't had the games, so the run of games is vital for me this season and hopefully they'll come in this pre-season."

Kelly made his senior debut for Liverpool in 2008 after graduating from the club's youth academy.