Marcos Llorente: “I was not wrong coming to Atlético”

Marcos Llorente has responded Monday to questions from fans on Twitter. The midfielder of the Atlético de Madrid has spoken, among other topics, about his double at Anfield, his Real Madrid past and how he lives in quarantine.

Support from Madrid fans: “I thank and value all the people who give me encouragement and affection every day. It is very important to feel that support, in the good and, above all, in the not so good.”

Madridista past: “I give everything I have every time I wear this shirt, in every training, … My commitment is total, I think I have shown it. From there, I will always respect what everyone thinks.”

Atleti's interest to sign him: “I discussed it with my family and we considered that coming to this great club was the best option. And I see that I was not wrong in the choice.”

First memory after finishing Anfield's game: “I remembered all my family, who have always supported me at all times. And, of course, all the athletes.”

What did you think when Liverpool scored 2-0?: “We knew that we were going to have our opportunities and we never lowered our arms. Faith is part of the DNA of this club. You always have to believe.”

Message from your partner after the double at Anfield: “It was a real rush. She has always supported me, in good times and bad times.”

How are you at Atlético?: “Very happy. The treatment I have received since I arrived has been impeccable, both from the club and from the fans. I am sure we still have great moments to live.”

Simeone: “Live football with a lot of passion. He always transmits that intensity necessary to face every training session or match to the maximum.”

Physical preparation in quarantine: “I try to follow a preparation plan as strict or more than when we were in competition. You have to take special care to be on top when it comes to competing again.”

Feeding: “I finish before telling you what not as hehe: neither cereals nor dairy products nor ultra-processed”.

Better performance as interior: “My objective is to contribute to the team, where the coach considers that I can be more useful.”

In which position do you like to play the most?: “I always work to the maximum to be available when the coach decides, in whatever position”.

What did you think when you were a substitute?: “Work and effort always have a reward. Our obligation is to train day by day and give everything, so when the opportunity comes we are prepared.”

What caught your attention when you arrived at Atleti?: “From the first day the locker room, coaching staff and fans all go together, in good times and bad.”

Locker room relationship: “The relationship is very good, really. There is a great atmosphere and it shows in the day-to-day work and in the games. We are a family.”

Bib Number '14': “Without a doubt. I am aware that' 14 'has been the number one of the greatest legends of this club and I take it as a great responsibility.”

Best memory with Atleti: “Those that remain to come …”.

Stay linked to football after retiring: “I still have many years (I hope) until that moment, but it is certainly an option that I do not rule out. At the moment, to continue enjoying on the pitch.”

Reference player: “Fortunately, I have always had my references very close, in my own family.”

Companion with whom you get along best: “The truth is that the atmosphere is very good and I get along well with many colleagues. If I have to say one, it would be Mario Hermoso, because we have known each other since we were little.”

Best goalkeeper in the world: “Oblak”.

How did it feel to put on the Atleti shirt?: “A lot of hope and a lot of responsibility. A moment to remember.”

First time in the Metropolitan: “From the first moment I have felt very good”. We have a top stadium. “

Ritual before entering the field: “I always jump onto the pitch with my left leg.”

Memories of Alavés: “I have the best memories of Alavés and his fans. It was a very beautiful year and, of course, a very important one for me. Mendi and Vitoria will always have a special place in my heart.”

FIFA tournament: “I did what I could. The initiative has been great, we have had a fun time and, most importantly, we have helped raise funds for the fight against the coronavirus. That is everyone's game today and we are going to win it.”