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Liverpool new boy makes stunning transfer claim about Real Madrid and Barcelona
MARKO GRUJIC has revealed he would have signed for Liverpool than Spanish giants Real Madrid or Barcelona.
Grujic completed his Liverpool transfer early on in the January transfer window
The 19-year-old completed a £5.1million move from Red Star Belgrade in January but immediately returned to the Serbian club on loan for the rest of the season.
Liverpool reportedly faced competition from a number of clubs for his signature including Inter Milan but Grujic claims there was only ever one move for him.
"I would choose Liverpool over Real Madrid and Barcelona," Grujic told Serbian newspaper Blic.
"I have to become strong enough because I want to be able to go into a duel with anyone.
"Liverpool players looked physically flawless. Wide shoulders and strong legs. Everything is on the highest level."