Welcome Luis Alberto Romero

RafaShanks · June 22, 2013

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Luis: I'm the happiest man on earth

22nd Jun 2013 - Latest News

Liverpool's new signing Luis Alberto has spoken of his delight at sealing a 'dream move' to Anfield - and vowed to help propel the Reds back to the pinnacle of world football.

The 20-year-old put pen to paper on a long-term contract at the club on Saturday morning - subject to international clearance - and afterwards he sat down for an exclusive interview, which LFC TV Online subscribers can watch in full. Need a subscription to watch? Click here to sign up now>>

During the chat Alberto discussed his eagerness to link up with new manager Brendan Rodgers and explained why he cannot wait to walk out onto the famous Anfield turf in front of the Kop.

"I feel like I'm in a bubble at the moment," he told Liverpoolfc.com. "For me Liverpool is a top team. I feel like I am dreaming and I want to enjoy it to the full.

"I feel very excited, I've never felt so excited before but I'm very happy. I think I am the happiest man on earth.

"I was surprised [when Liverpool showed interest in me]. You never expect this to happen to you. But as the deal moved forward, I became very happy and I wanted to come to Liverpool.

"I have come here to enjoy moments with the supporters - and I know the supporters will help me to never walk alone.

"I hope that between us all we can make this club one of the greatest in the world, once again."

Alberto is a versatile attacker who learned his trade at Sevilla's Academy.

He broke into their B side in 2009 before being handed his first-team debut in April 2011.

The 2012-13 campaign saw Alberto complete a year-long loan switch to Barcelona B, where he notched an impressive 11 goals and provided 17 assists in 38 appearances.

The Spaniard, who can pick a devastating pass effortlessly, has a knack of drifting into goalscoring positions - and he believes he has all the right attributes to slot seamlessly into Rodgers' side.

"I came to the club because of the manager," explained Alberto. "I came here because of the style of football he plays.

"I don't have a favourite position - it depends on the team's tactics really. I like to move about and I don't mind where I play.

"I like to play with freedom. I'm a technical player. I provide assists and in the penalty area I score goals."

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Welcome Luis. Intriguing signing. Can't wait to see him play

Billy Talbot · June 22, 2013

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