Jack Robinson today spoke of his joy after signing a new long-term contract at Liverpool Football Club.
The left-back - who turned 18 in September - has got his reward for displaying huge promise during five first-team appearances.
"I'm delighted," he told Liverpoolfc.tv. "I was going for my lunch and I saw Damien (Comolli) on my way through. He pulled me to one side and said the club wanted to offer me a new contract.
"There was no doubt in my mind, I was just so excited the club were offering me a contract.
"I've just got to keep working hard in training. I can't just sit back on this contract. I've got to keep improving and showing people what I'm about."
Robinson, who joined Liverpool at U10 level, became the club's youngest ever player after coming on as a substitute against Hull on the final day of 2009-10.
His other four appearances have been under Kenny Dalglish, including a superb display to thwart Theo Walcott at the Emirates in April.
Beforehand he received some words of encouragement from his manager.
Robinson explained: "I was so nervous, but before I came on Kenny had a little joke with me and kept my nerves in the bag. I was fine going onto the pitch after that.
"It was a good challenge against Theo, and luckily I had a good game."
Robinson faces stiff competition for a regular slot on the left side of Liverpool's defence, most notably from new signing Jose Enrique, who has impressed all with his form to date.
"He's been fantastic in every game he's played," said Robinson. "I need to learn from him. He's the perfect role model because he's got everything as a left-back."
