A biography for Roberto Firminohasn’t been written yet.
“I left Brazil very early, before reaching the top level of the Brazilian championship. That made a difference: I was not seen as a 'name' around the country.”
“To score my first Selecao goal is a unique emotion.”
“I'm accustomed to pressure. It's what we, as players, live. If you don't want pressure, then football is not for you.”
“You play in different situations and conditions, and you have to come up with new solutions for the problems. It has made me a more rounded player, who can handle different tactics and positions.”
“Pep Guardiola had some great clashes with Klopp in German football. They know each other well.”
“I've been quite hyperactive since I was a child.”
“I am not someone who enjoys being followed and harassed. I prefer to stay at home with my family than to go out.”
“Without a doubt, German football, where I've played for nearly five years, is very similar - maybe just a little less tough than English football.”
“Coutinho is a friend and also a great player. He's got incredible passing ability; he knows how to put attackers in on goal.”
“Professor Tite has played a big role in the Selecao's ascent. He's a brilliant coach, with a unique way of working, but he's also a marvellous person. He makes everyone feel at ease.”
“Liverpool are one of the greats in Europe, and being able to be part of the history of such a great club is gratifying to me.”
“My job is to help the team, and so I love retrieving the ball as much as scoring or playing the final pass for a goal.”
“Klopp is a great tactician and a great coach.”
“When I was younger, I played as a right-back. I also played as a central defender, but I realised that I could dominate the ball quite calmly, so I started playing further forward in front of the back four.”
“I always modeled myself on Ronaldinho. He was one of my favourites who I followed a lot - his magic made us want to imitate him and his football. Is my goal celebration a tribute to him? Yes, of course. I like him a lot.”
“There is nothing that comes without working for it.”
“Klopp is a fantastic guy. I rate him as an extremely professional coach, perfectionist, and a winning mentality.”
“Leaving home early is always complicated. But when I arrived in Germany, I encountered an incredible structure built by the company that takes care of my career. They did not leave me wanting for anything. The most complicated thing was really the language. Otherwise, everything was taken care of.”