50 Quotes by Naby Keita

I like the colour red; it suits me!

Since I signed for Liverpool, my dad has spoken to me a lot about how much he loved them.

Eight is a number I always liked. It's also the number my dad wore when he played football, so it's special to me. I am aware that it's a big number here at Liverpool, and I am very excited to wear it.

My dad loved Deco as a player. He started calling me Deco as a nickname around the house.

Salzburg improved me as a player, and I learnt so much there. I got a really tactical education.

I always strive for the best.

Firstly, I am somebody who plays in a defensive role, and we need to start with that, but then I need to bring the ball forward and help the attack.

When I was young, I told my parents, 'I promise you I'm going to play in the Champions League, and for my first match, I'll invite you to come and watch me play.' Luckily, I was able to do that, and I was very happy. It was a moment of pride.

Nothing is easy in football; it's just about the business of working hard.