Tottenham have completed the signing of Empoli goalkeeper Giglielmo Vicario.
Vicario, 26, moves to Tottenham on a five-year contract for a fee rising to 20m.
Yes, I'm excited," he told SPURSPLAY. It's a dream for me to be here, one of the biggest teams in England and in the Premier League. I'd like to start quickly, to join my team-mates because, for me, it's a big pleasure to be here.
I didn't believe this opportunity. I told my agent it's my first choice, I want to go to the Premier League and a big club like Spurs. For me, it's so exciting.
I want to learn a lot of things because the culture of football in Italy is so different. I need to adapt quickly to my team-mates, to the style of play, so many differences between Italian football (and the Premier League). The fans are amazing as well, the buzz when you play well. I love this mentality."
Vicario revealed talks with Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou ahead of the move.
I spoke with him, and he told me the keeper is so important with his attacking mentality," said the Italian. He wants to dominate the game. I love this mentality. It will be a big chance for me."
