CELTA Vigo’s Iago Aspas has claimed that, despite receiving offers from other clubs, he knew where he was going as soon as Liverpool entered the fray, according to The Metro.
Aspas is set to finalise his move to Anfield sometime this week, now that Liverpool have agreed a fee of around £7.7 million.
However despite the seemingly imminent transaction, there were a host of other clubs who attempted to sabotage Liverpool’s advances for the youngster, with Tottenham Hotspur, Benfica and Valencia believed to be the primary admirers, but Aspas insists that his decision was made when he first knew of Liverpool’s interest.
He told Marca: “I did not hesitate when I heard that Liverpool wanted me, I’m quietly confident, but very excited about this new challenge. This is clearly a huge step forward for me.
“Liverpool is one of the biggest clubs in the world. I could have moved to other teams and countries, but I quickly decided that I wanted to be in England.”
Aspas’ wage is rumoured to be around £45,000 per week at Liverpool and moves on a four year contract after having notched up an impressive 12 goals in 34 games for Celta Vigo last season.
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Well..!! Good for you Iago, wellcom to LFC.Hope you will become a future legend for others to admire and importantly please stay loyal.
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Not exactly the kind of signing everyone is hoping for . Looks decent enough though
Aspas, i wish you best of luck at Anfield