Liverpool's first signing of the summer transfer window has officially arrived after Sepp van den Berg took part in training for the first time today.
The 17-year-old made the switch from PEC Zwolle to Anfield last month but had to wait until today to be welcomed into the fold at Melwood.
Liverpool shared a video of players and Jurgen Klopp being introduced to the centre-back before training, with the footage going viral amongst the Reds' community.
The Reds boss was taken aback by the size of his new recruit, and exclaimed: "My God, I didn't think you were so tall! It's impressive.”
Speaking about the clip of him chatting with Klopp which received a positive reaction from fans on social media, Van den Berg told the club's website: "I saw it on my phone! Already viral!
"I’d only seen him on TV only when I was sat at home, so seeing him in real life...I think everybody could see I was nervous, but he is a really nice guy.
"I feel really comfortable with him."
Van den Berg was one of 16 players to start pre-season training today and has now reflected on his whirlwind first day at the Reds.
He added: "It’s been great. When I walked in, I was quite nervous, but I talked to the players and the staff and I feel at home. It feels good.
"Everybody has been really nice to me, they all said 'hi' and helped me if I had any questions, so it feels a really nice place. Jurgen came to me when I walked in, too, so I’m really excited."
Assessing the training session and infamous lactate drill, he added: “It was tough. The first day of pre-season was a little easier where I came from, but it’s good. Tough, but very good.
“I feel great. As I said, I already feel really at home here and that’s a big thing for me. I am just looking forward; I am going to train hard and hopefully I will play some minutes here.”
