Lucas Vázquez: "The team's attitude was outstanding"
“These games help us to get up to speed,” commented Vallejo.
Lucas Vázquez and Vallejo spoke to the press following the end of the team's opening pre-season clash. The madridista fullback reflected: “The team's attitude was outstanding. We played a solid 90 minutes, created chances and did some good work. We lost the ball and Milan scored with one quick move."
“It makes me incredibly proud to captain this team in any game. I got the job today and I'm delighted."
On Arda Güler
“He finished last season at an incredible level and he's had a great Euros. He's got potential, a brilliant attitude and he's eager to learn, and you're seeing that on the pitch. I'm sure we'll see some special moments from Arda this season.”
Young lads
“I thought they looked good. Today, we saw both Endrick and the Castilla guys do a fantastic job. The future looks bright."
His position
“Wherever the coach wants me to play. The important thing is being on the pitch and helping the team wherever I can."
Demands
“We focus on training and being in the best possible shape. Real Madrid demands you fight for every trophy, and that's what we want to do."
Advice for the academy boys
“To keep working like they are doing, and keep up the dream of
Que sigan trabajando como lo están haciendo y con esa ilusión para llegar a estar con nosotros algún día”.
Vallejo: “It's a privilege to be here and I have to give it my all”
“There were spells when we looked pretty good and then others where you could tell they'd had more training time. These games are about getting back up to speed. You have to adapt to everything, this isn't the first time we've come to the United States. You have to adapt to different climates and that makes you a stronger player."
His return to the team
“I felt really good alongside Rüdiger and my other teammates, who have immense quality both on the pitch and as people. I really missed it all: the preparations, the staff, medical team, the coaches. There's an incredible structure here and we have to make the most of it. I'm here to work hard and I'm thrilled to be back. It's a privilege to be here and I have to give it my all if I want to stay. The coach gives you an immense confidence and I hope I can repay him. I believe I can fit in."
Love of the fans in the United States
“Since the moment we arrived at the hotel in Chicago, they were there waiting for us, cheering us on. Wherever we go, we have to be hugely grateful for that support."
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