Garuba: "It's a dream come true to be back at Real Madrid"
"I have grown up here and I have this club to thank for everything that I am", he said on Realmadrid TV.
Usman Garuba spoke to Realmadrid TV for his first interview after returning to Real Madrid. The player discussed his second spell with the team: "It's an incredible feeling to be back at what has been my home since I was 10 or 11 years old. It's a dream come true to be back here. I'm very happy and looking forward to it. Real Madrid has been everything to me, right from the start. I've grown up here in every sense, both academically and as a player. I have to thank this club for everything I am today".
Second stint
"You want to play at a place where you're valued and loved. I'm looking forward to working every day, but the thing I'm most excited about is winning a Euroleague with Madrid. I'm delighted to be back and to be able to be around all the people who make up this team, not just the players but all the staff and the people behind the scenes, who are great people. I've stayed in touch with them, they're special people and I've always had good memories of them. It's special to be back".
Real Madrid DNA
"I'm back here much more mature in every sense of the word. I've been through a lot. My aim is to work hard for the team, to fight and give everything for the team. I'm a versatile player, capable of carrying out many roles on the court and that's where I can help the team".
Message to the fans
"Hello madridistas. I'm happy to be back. I'll be waiting to see you at the WiZink Center and we're going all out to win everything this season".