New Liverpool signing Takumi Minamino says it meant a lot to him receiving an offer from the best club in the planet.
The Japanese international had garnered interest from a number of top clubs, including Liverpool's bitter rivals Manchester United.
But after the Reds triggered the 24-year-old's £7.25million release clause - a clause Manchester United had no knowledge of - Minamino joined Liverpool from Salzburg.
Speaking out about his decision, Minamino told France Football: "I received an offer from what is currently the best club on the planet, that means a lot to me.
"I felt that I was very fortunate, a wonderful opportunity that I really wanted to take.
"Everything began with my entourage, I knew that Liverpool were interested in me.
"I was surprised, but after having faced them twice in the Champions' League and having had the opportunity to speak with Jurgen Klopp, I became more and more excited to take this challenge on.
"The fact that I scored a goal at Anfield gave me a certain level of confidence. I said to myself that I want to savour this atmosphere more often."
Minamino made his Liverpool debut in the FA Cup third round last week as the Reds ran out 1-0 winners over Everton.
