Real Madrid

Welcome to Madrid, Julien. You must be pretty happy.

Of course. I am very happy because this is a dream come true. Real Madrid is the best team in the world. I couldn’t be happier.

What went through your mind when you were told that you be playing for Real Madrid?

I thought it was all a joke at first to be honest. Then I realized it was all true and that Real Madrid were interested. I am very happy. Everything that has taken place still hasn’t set in. I’m sure I’ll know it’s all real once I start training.

Do you know any Real Madrid players?

I know Lassana Diarra well. We played for the French Under-21 side together, so I know what he is like and how he plays. Of course I know him the best, but I will try to meet the rest of the squad as soon as possible and learn a little more Spanish. I think I’ll be able to communicate with most of them in English for now.

What's your main goal, La Liga or the Champions League?

Both. I want to play and perform my best in every match. I want to play as many matches possible and prove that I belong here. My goal is to win a title.

You've worn number '10' for the French national team after Zidane retired. And Real Madrid was his last club.

It’s an honor because Zidane was the greatest in my opinion. I don’t know what to say about him. Zidane is Zidane, so I think being compared to him is impossible. I am happy to be here, the same team that Zidane played for, but players like Ronaldo and Beckham as well. The best players have all wound up here and won many titles. It’s the best team in the world.

Is there anything you'd like to say to fans?

I hope they are pleased with me and that they enjoy the way I play. I will try to satisfy them at all times and do the best I can.