Lucas Vázquez: “Real Madrid is my home, I've been here for over half my life"
“I feel proud of the fact I've never wavered from my desire to achieve my childhood dream, which was to play for the first team," he reflected in an interview with Realmadrid TV.
Lucas Vázquez spoke to Realmadrid TV after renewing his contract until 2025. The academy graduate was thrilled to sign his new deal: "It's something I was hoping for and it makes me so happy and motivated. Playing here is special and I'll be able to tell my kids about it for years to come."
“Real Madrid is my home, it's where I have been since I was 16 years old. I've been here for over half my life. It has helped me grow as a person and as a footballer. It's a hugely important part of my life. I feel proud of the fact I've never wavered from my desire to achieve my childhood dream, which was to play for the first team at Real Madrid.”
The values of the club
“A footballer is learning all the time. I try and get better with each passing year, setting myself new goals and challenges. That's the basis for maintaining the motivation and hunger to keep winning and improving. That's something they instil in you at the Real Madrid academy.”
The president
“The president is the prime example of Real Madrid's greatness. Everything he's built during his time leading the club speaks for itself. He's won more trophies than any other president in history and it's an honour to be here with him."
Captain
“It's beautiful, really special. To be among that group of four captains helps to consolidate all the years I've been in the squad. I'm going to try and help the team continue on this winning streak."
Five Champions Leagues
“It makes me incredibly proud. It's unbelievable and if they had told me that a few years ago, I'd never have believed it. It's an absolute dream for me and for all of my teammates. We're doing great things and that is reflected in those Champions League wins.”
The secret to Real Madrid
“The secret to this squad and to Real Madrid is the fact we're always expected to win. We put that pressure on ourselves and that's what characterises this club. They always play to win and it's something that is driven into people here."
The dressing room
“We're an incredibly happy dressing room. We've been able to integrate the younger guys with the experienced lads really well, we've managed to strike that perfect balance that gives us even greater strength. At the most crucial moments, when the team might be struggling a bit, we're able to pull through."
Seven titles up for grabs this season
“What we love as players is winning trophies. We're used to those demands placed on us and we'll go all out to win all seven. I hope we can manage it."
The Santiago Bernabéu
“Playing at the Bernabéu is always special. Our fans really get behind us and you can feel that incredible atmosphere. Now with the new ground, the way it's designed with the closed roof, it's unbelievable. Not just for us but for any players who come here, it's really quite striking. Whenever we need it most, our 12th man steps up."
Mbappé
“Kylian is a special player, the kind who was born to play for Real Madrid. We've got an exciting year ahead of us. We're adding an immense talent to what was already here, in Vini Jr., Rodrygo, Jude… All the lads we've got at the top end of the pitch. To have Mbappé here is amazing and we're going to enjoy watching him play this season, and of course, win lots of titles."
Message for madridismo
“Hey, madridistas. Here I am after signing my new contract. I'm so happy to be here and we'll give it everything we've got to achieve all our goals. Hala Madrid!”.