“People here, they are more intense when you go down the street and you go to the centre of Liverpool or go to eat, but that’s lovely,” he added.
“You see how they experience football as well. I am really happy here. I’m just really hungry to go on this season and give everything. Continue to learn and grow as a player which is something I’ve always wanted to do. I’m having that game time and minutes and that’s what I want. Let’s see what happens.
“I am really grateful [to the fans]. It’s an important aspect to feel loved by the people. Sometimes you play well, sometimes you play badly, but I always try to give everything. It’s lovely as a player to be recognised in this way.”