Yannick Ferreira Carrasco was presented earlier today as a new Atlético Madrid player and club president, Enrique Cerezo, presented him with his first Atleti shirt. The player then spoke to the assembled media.
First day: “I’ve been with the squad since Friday and all went well”.
Substitute for Arda Turan: “That’s not me. I’m fast and want to start in every game”.
Favored position: "On the left wing. I like the space available to attack and defend”
Fans: “Atleti are a big club and this is a dream for me”.
Simeone: “He told me that he likes my way of attacking and defending. I know he was a great player as he is a coach, one of the greats. I’d like to emulate him”.
Competition: “This is the case at all big clubs. I’m here to learn and play as much as I can”.
Why did you choose Atlético: “I’d played for some time with Monaco and wanted to take a step forward. Atlético are a top three team in Spain and do well in the Champions League. I hope we can push for the league title”.
Message to the supporters: “I hope to play well, score goals, provide assists and do my best for the team”.