Liverpool star Sadio Mane responds to Real Madrid transfer speculation

Liverpool star Sadio Mane insists he never had any intention of leaving the Reds despite rumours linking him with Real Madrid. “Speculation is part of football,” said the Liverpool forward. “You just learn to live with it and not to take it too seriously. “All I can say is that my only concern is Liverpool. Mo, Bobby... it seemed like everyone was signing contracts and they were saying: 'Hey Sadio, when are you going to sign?'. I said to each of them: 'Don't worry bro, I will sign'. “And what did I do? I signed... so they are pleased now! “I'm very happy here and I think people are happy with me too. We want to write our names alongside the many great ones in the story of this club. Hopefully, it's the beginning of something special.” Speaking to World Soccer,  Mane added: “I can't wait to lift a trophy with Liverpool. I know the fans are desperate for us to win the Premier League. “It would be an amazing moment for the club. It has been far too long for a team the size of Liverpool. “We believe we are heading in the right direction, but there are some very tough rivals – City were unbelievable last season and very strong again – but why not?”

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