In a recent interview, Atletico Madrid newcomer Gallagher fondly shared his first feelings after joining Atletico Madrid, expressing his love and expectations for his new club.
Gallagher began by expressing his gratitude for the club's friendly welcome, admitting that he is very happy to join a family full of great ambitions and can't wait to contribute to the team's common pursuit of honor and victory. He made special mention of the unforgettable experience of the welcoming ceremony, describing it as a wonderful show to showcase the future, which made him feel at home and full of infinite expectations for the upcoming matches on the Wanda Metropolitano Stadium.
Talking about manager Simeone, Gallagher could not hide his admiration. He directly said that Simeone is one of the important reasons why he joined Atletico Madrid, as the world's top coach, Simeone's tactical concepts and game style deeply attracted him. Gallagher said he was looking forward to playing under the guidance of Simeone, and believed that he could find his own position in his tactical system and do his best to win for the team. Despite the many challenges he will face when he first arrives, including the hot weather and unfamiliar environment, Gallagher said he will adapt as soon as possible and contribute to the team.
Speaking about the adaptation, Gallagher said he is excited and looking forward to his new life in Spain. He revealed that both he and his partner are very happy to be playing for this great club and plan to learn Spanish quickly in order to better integrate into the team and local life. Gallagher also revealed his initial communication with Simeone, and although he needs the help of an interpreter at the moment, he is confident that with time and the building of a rapport, things will become smoother.
Gallagher also shared his deep impression of Atletico's training atmosphere. He said that the training atmosphere here is different from London, but he really likes the atmosphere and enjoys being in it. He made special mention of the warmth and friendliness of his teammates, saying that he can't wait to build deep friendships with them and work together towards the team's goals.
In addition, Gallagher made special mention of the help of his former teammate Trippier. He said that he developed a deep friendship with Trippier during the Europa League, and that Trippier not only provided him with valuable advice about the club and the city, but also helped him make the decision to join Atletico Madrid. Gallagher expressed his heartfelt thanks to Trippier for his help and looks forward to playing alongside him on the pitch in the future.
Finally, Gallagher expressed his views on field position. He stated that he doesn't mind which position he plays, whether it's striker, center back or wing back, he will do his best to adapt and perform. However, he prefers the midfield position as it is where his specialties and strengths are better utilized. Gallagher emphasized that the most important thing is to be able to help the team win, and he will do his best to contribute to the team no matter which position he plays.
