New €50m Liverpool signing opens up over move from Monaco

Oli Fisher

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New Liverpool signing Fabinho has lifted the lid on his arrival from Monaco this summer, describing the day he signed as a ‘party’.

Last month the Reds announced they had struck a deal with Ligue 1 club Monaco that would see Brazilian midfielder Fabinho move to Liverpool on July 1.

It is understood the fee paid to Monaco could reach €50million (£43.7million) as Fabinho signs a “long-term contract” with the Champions League finalists.

Speaking to this month’s FourFourTwo magazine, Fabinho admitted he is willing to play wherever Jurgen Klopp needs him.

“He’s said I might play in a few different positions but the plan is to use me in midfield and I’m available to play wherever he needs me.”

“That day was party day! I was really anxious during all of the negotiations, so when it was time for me to sign the contract I couldn’t have been happier – a dream come true.

“When I was doing the medical exams I couldn’t I couldn’t stop asking people ‘When does it finally become official?’

“You don’t sign for one of the biggest clubs in the world every day you know!”

“A club with Liverpool’s history wants you? Come on, you just pack your bags and go! It will be an honour to wear the famous red shirt.

“For a club like Liverpool, a good season means trophies.

“Perhaps we can win the Champions League; we were so close to winning it last season. I’m optimistic about the future and I’m looking forward to winning a lot of titles with Liverpool.”

 

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