Steven Gerrard, Dirk Kuyt and Sammy Lee have all paid tribute to Sami Hyypia ahead of his Liverpool exit.

DIRK KUYT has warned newly-crowned champions Manchester United that Liverpool “really can’t wait” for the start of next season and another crack at the Premier League title.

Dirk Kuyt has told skysports.com that he expects Liverpool to be an even stronger force in 2009/10.

RAFAEL BENITEZ has hailed Dirk Kuyt as Liverpool’s “Mr Duracell” and believes the Dutchman is enjoying the finest season of his Anfield career.

The Dutch forward thinks that the Reds gave it their all, and it’s not quite over yet…by Zack Wilson

Picture: ReutersLiverpool moved back to within three points of Premier League leaders Manchester United after beating relegation-threatened Newcastle 3-0 at Anfield on Sunday. Two goals in six first-half minutes from Yossi Benayoun and Dirk Kuyt sent second-placed Liverpool, who have played one. . . .

DIRK KUYT celebrated his 100th Premier League appearance with two goals – then hailed the character that he believes could yet win Liverpool the championship.

Liverpool boss Rafael Benitez hailed Dirk Kuyt’s performance after the Dutchman’s double helped keep the pressure on leaders Manchester United.Kuyt celebrated his 100th Premier League appearance with two second-half goals as the title-chasing Reds saw off battling 10-man Hull 3-1 at the KC Stadium.

Dutchman the hero for Rafa Benitez’s men after his two goals at the KC Stadium crank up the pressure on Manchester United at the top of the Premier League table.

Kuyt believes Liverpool’s arduous task is now even harder after they dropped yet another two points at Anfield