MUTV presenter David Stowell put his Spanish to the test on
Monday to quiz new signing Antonio Valencia...
So, Antonio, welcome to Manchester United. How
does it feel to be a footballer at this club?
Thank
you very much. I’m very pleased and very proud to be here. It’s
great to be at such a big club and now I have to work hard. It's a
big campaign for the club this year and I hope to be a big
part of the team’s success.
How has training been here with the other players and
what’s it like compared to your time at Wigan?
It’s
hard to say because it’s my first day [in training] but the lads
have been very welcoming. That’s really important and it gives me
confidence. Everyone has been great – the players and the
manager – and I hope to play well for the club throughout the
season.
When did you first hear Sir Alex wanted to sign
you?
I think we had a conversation about five or six
months ago. I was very happy but when a club that big shows
interest it motivates you to work really hard and continue to do
so.
Do you like the level of football and the style of football
played in England?
I love it. I love life in England
and I love the football here. When I was a kid, I always dreamed of
playing in a league that was this good. I’m delighted to have the
chance and so far it’s been great for me.
Finally, you must be raring to go, looking forward to
playing in the Premier League and in Europe. But before that
there's
the Asia tour, which starts this
week...
The Asia tour is very important and we must
put in 100 per cent. It's a long trip but it's important to play
well and bond well as a group.
Welcome again – thanks for talking to us and I hope
you have a great time here.
Cheers.