Al Sadd's Algerian midfielder Nadir Belhadj has expressed his hunger to become the Qatar Stars Leagues best player again ahead of the new season. The tenacious midfielder, gave a wide ranging interview with Al Sadd's official website, at the club's preseason training camp in Austria. 

Speaking of his new two year contract the former Algerian international said "I am very happy to sign an extension with Al Sadd. I have been with this club for five years, I feel like they have been family to me. I would also like to thank the club management and staff, who have helped me exceed over the years."

Talk then turned to the new Qatar Stars League season. " I think that a club like Al Sadd will always be striving for titles and championships both in Qatar and abroad. We have prepared well so far, and I think that will only continue but I feel that the team has really come together at this camp. This will help Al Sadd in achieving their goals for next season."

The interview concluded with a few words about Al Sadd's summer accustion, Xavi Hernandez. "Xavi has made his mark on European and World football, having won every title with Barcelona and the Spanish national side. He will bring a real glamour to Al Sadd and the Qatar Stars League."