Mariano:”Lopetegui’s call had a lot of influence in my decision”

Mariano was introduced as a Real Madrid player after spending a year at Lyon and said it is a challenge to wear the number seven jersey previously worn by Ronaldo. "I've prepared some lined because I'm very emotional and nervous," said Mariano. "Today is a very special day. I return home and I can just say thanks. Thanks to the club and to the manager and the president, Florentino Perez, for giving me the chance to wear this jersey and to make up part of the best club in the world. “Thanks, president. Thank you to my family, my agents, all of the people who have supported me in every moment, you have made this possible. I am very excited to share the dressing room with great players and teammates." "I will give all of my heart and desire to help the team so the fans can keep feeling prise in us and we can continue making history. Many thanks and 'Hala Madrid!'"

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