#Here I am, Manchester.
It's been a while since I've updated this blog.
Wrapped up 2 months stay in Japan and here I am in Manchester, my new home.
The city and architecture is quite different from Dortmund, where I spent the last 2 years of my life, and I still feel like I am a tourist - everything is new and exciting.
Finally, I've stepped into "the king of the club", Manchester United. Its history, players, and significance of the logo … everything is nothing but "wow". I'll be wearing the famous red jersey and playing what I love, football, as a part of The Red Devils -- I can't express how happy I am and it's so overwhelming -- I just become speechless.
In the last couple of days, I've been training and getting used to the environment here. Though I haven't met all the players yet, I want to get used to the team as son as possible -- to do so, I'll strive to train my physical and mental skills and prepare myself to the upcoming tour and season.
Back in Dortmund -- when there was no game I spent a lot of time, relaxing myself. This strategy turned out to be great to prepare for each game. Suburb Manchester is very relaxing and the time is flowing very slowly. I think this is a great environment for a football player. :-)
Anyways, I'll concentrate on the training sessions and get used to the new environment!
Plus, I've got to work on my English! (Quite different from German…)
Finally, a message to all the supporters in Dortmund. Thank you very much for your support for the last 2 years. The stadium's zealous and overwhelming atmosphere, all created by the supporters -- the whole Dortmund experience will remain on my heart forever. Because of your support and cheering, I became who I am, and I am standing where I am now. Thank you to all the Dortmund supporters, and I'll strive, and put the best effort in the new environment.
Shinji
