Although the 2013/14 season was a memorable one for both Atletico Madrid and Toby Alderweireld, the defender failed to make a great impression at the LaLiga champions, and yet the Belgian claims to have learned a lot during his stay in Spain.
After being awarded a league winners' medal and appearing in the Champions League final, Alderweireld looks back fondly on his time working under Diego Simeone.
"It was a privilege to work with Simeone, he taught me a lot," the centre-back told.
"I was very happy at Atletico, I did not play much but I was always ready. I would have preferred to participate more, yet I was certainly part of the team.
"We managed to win LaLiga and I played in the Champions League final, and although we lost it was a great experience and I was very proud."
Having achieved success in England with Southampton and Tottenham Hotspur, the defender is happy to be settled into Premier League life.
"After the season in Madrid I needed to play and prove myself at the highest level" explained Alderweireld.
"In Southampton things went well and it became clear I could sign for Spurs, many others were interested but I was clear in my intentions.
"I became a better player [in LaLiga] but the Premier League is fantastic and I'm happy. You never know [about a return to Spain]."
Next up for Alderweireld his first Champions League outing since that night in Lisbon, as Spurs face Monaco at Wembley Stadium to kick off their Group E campaign./ShikoNews
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