The Reds face the Wales international's hometown club Cardiff, for whom he played last season, in the Carling Cup at Wembley on Sunday.
But the 32-year-old said that while the chance of picking up silverware could not be ignored, it should not detract from the main aim of a top-four finish in the Premier League.
"The season isn't over for either of us, whichever one loses," said Bellamy, who admits he does not judge his career on medals won.
"Cardiff have promotion to go for and we have Champions League (qualification) to gun for and we're still in the FA Cup.
"If we lose on Sunday we still have so much to play for this season and it is the same for Cardiff.
"Would we choose Champions League over the Carling Cup? I think we would.
"Would Cardiff choose getting to the Premier League over the Carling Cup? I think they would as well.
"That is our main objective. That is what we set out for this season.
"Cup competitions are a big bonus for us but we are looking at the Champions League.
"A win on Sunday might push us forward but if it didn't we still have a lot to play for - and so do Cardiff."
Bellamy said he is relishing every moment of his return to Liverpool and intends to savour what remains of the time he has left at the highest level.
He readily admits his single season at Anfield in 2006-07 left him feeling he had unfinished business with the club and so he jumped at the chance to rejoin on a free transfer from Manchester City in the summer.
Bellamy has already started to make up for lost time with a string of performances which have arguably made him the Reds' best player this season.
And despite having to carefully manage his fitness situation, ageing knees and all, he is finding his second spell on Merseyside much more enjoyable.
"It has been good. It is nice playing with such good players and being at this club," added the Welshman, who has declared himself fit after a back spasm required an injection which ruled him out of last weekend's FA Cup win over Brighton.
"With Kenny (Dalglish) behind me I have just felt so relaxed and got on with my football and training as much as I can.
"I try to enjoy it as much as I can because this won't be around forever.
"I am very fortunate to realise that while I am still playing and I take every day as it comes."
Another player looking to make the most of his first club appearance at Wembley is captain Steven Gerrard.
The England midfielder has played at the stadium numerous times for his country but Sunday will be the first time he has led out his boyhood club there, after a year which has been beset by groin and ankle problems.
Dalglish expects the 32-year-old to lead from the front as he has done so many times in past, most notably in their last two victories in finals in the 2005 Champions League and the FA Cup win a year later.
"I think he is a tremendous influence on everyone but each individual has a part to play," said the Reds boss.
"He is the skipper of the club and that gives him added responsibility.
"For Steven it is reward for him as well with the problems he has had with injury.
"But Carra (Jamie Carragher) has been here as long as Steven and has been a fantastic servant to the club.
"He might not wear the armband but he is equally influential. There are a lot of people around the place who can help with their experience which will stand the other boys in good stead."
Post Comment
