Bradley: Holding up the Premier League trophy will make you feel that all the efforts are worth it, and winning the championship is so wonderful

May 18th, 21-year-old Bradley renewed his contract with Liverpool until 2029. He signed a long-term contract with the team and accepted an exclusive interview with Liverpool's official website.

■ Bradley, congratulations on completing the contract renewal with Liverpool. How do you feel when signing a new contract? Do you feel that the wonderful journey with the club will continue?

Bradley said: "Thank you very much! I am really proud. Since I came here from Northern Ireland five years ago, I have made me extremely proud to sign another new contract, and I also look forward to taking new steps with the team in the future."

■ What future did that young man imagine when he joined the youth training in 2019?

"I dreamed of playing for the first team and completing my debut, but I was not sure if it could be achieved at the time. Now I have achieved so many achievements with the club, which is very special. I just want to continue to create memories and keep moving forward."

■ After completing my debut in 2021, the past two years are of great significance to you. Have you ever stopped to look back on this journey?

"To be honest, no. You have to work hard and keep working hard. But these two years are indeed incredible. Especially after returning from loan, I have performed well and continued this season. I hope we can continue to move forward and write more stories."

■ Have life changed in the past two years?

"Of course! Now walking on the streets, Reds fans around the world will recognize me. It's crazy and makes me realize the honor of playing for this great club."

■ What about when I returned to my hometown in Northern Ireland?

"Now there are many people in my hometown who know me! There are many Reds fans there, who are all happy and proud to play for me and perform well."

■ Looking back on the memories of Anfield's championship night in recent weeks, are the memories of Anfield's championship night still stirring in my mind?

"The game against Tottenham will always be engraved in my heart. The fans' reactions and the atmosphere after winning the championship are unbelievable. That is definitely the most special day in my Liverpool career so far."

■ Where were you when Liverpool won the championship (2019-20 season) last time?

"It was the lockdown period of the epidemic. I might have been celebrating crazy about TV in my hometown of Northern Ireland! I have been a Red Army fan since I was a child. I have experienced many pains of traversing the championship, so that championship day is of great significance. I celebrated with my family."

■ How satisfied will it be to wear medals and lift trophy after participating in this championship?

"This is another childhood dream! When you really lift the Premier League trophy, you will feel that all your efforts are worth it. Winning the league championship is so wonderful."

■ This season has exceeded last season. Do you feel your rapid growth?

"No doubt. I feel stronger, faster and more powerful, which helps me improve in the competition. Compared to this time last year, I have made significant progress. I hope to maintain this momentum, improve daily, tap full potential, and become the best self."

■ Are there specific improvement goals?

"I hope to increase assists and goals, and of course the defense must be strengthened. To be honest, I want to comprehensively improve every link and strive to achieve the ultimate."

■ You have served as the captain of Northern Ireland, and Liverpool has many leaders in the team. Do you also want to cultivate leadership?

"I took on the leading role in the national team, but the lineup was younger there. At Liverpool, I hope to grow into one of the leaders. There are many outstanding role models in the team, and I hope to be a member of them, help young players and even seniors, and speak out more."

■ How do you view Slot's tactical system? Does it fit your characteristics?

"I enjoy playing under his system this season. This style is very suitable for me and I feel better than last season. I continue to improve under the guidance of a new coach. I hope this trend will continue."

■ What feedback does he have to you?

"Mainly positive. He also pointed out areas that need improvement, which is great and allowed me to clarify the direction of my efforts. He helped a lot in every exchange."

■ Can this team with a rigorous coach and talented lineup continue to win honors?

"This is exactly our goal, to continue to succeed. We don't want to win the Premier League only once, but to win the Champions League, the FA Cup, and the League Cup. Stay hungry for honor, with the current lineup, I believe we can do it."

■ Finally, what do you expect from yourself and the team during this contract period?

"I hope to get more opportunities to play and win more trophies at the same time. The meaning of playing football is to win and succeed. The more trophies, the better it is for me and the team. If you can maintain it, it will be very beautiful in the next few years."