Liverpool Football Club has completed the signing of striker Alexander Isak from Newcastle United in a British record deal.
The Premier League champions had a £125 million ($170 million) bid accepted for Isak on Monday morning, and he has put pen to paper on a six-year deal at Anfield.
Speaking via a press statement, the striker revealed that he is very pleased to be a Liverpool player.
According to him, playing for such a prestigious club is a proud moment for him and his career, and he is already looking forward to enjoying his football at Anfield.
He stated that despite the stressful saga throughout the summer, he is happy the deal finally happened.
“It’s been a long journey to get here.
But I’m super-happy to be a part of this team, this club and everything it stands for. It’s something I’m proud of and I’m really looking forward to it.
I’m just happy it’s done and that I can get back to work. I’m looking forward to seeing my teammates and the fans, and getting back out there.”
Admitting that he can still improve as a player, Isak vowed to give everything to ensure Liverpool thrives on the pitch.
He concluded by saying that he wants to win everything at his new club.
“I think I have a lot to give, I think I have a lot to improve. I’m a striker but I always want to give as much as possible to the team, mainly goals but much more than that as well.
I want to win everything,” he added.
