Growing up in South London was what moulded me, really. I grew up in Caford, Lewisham. It just meant a lot of time playing out with my friends... football, obviously. It wasn't always the nicest area, but it was better… — Joe Gomez Copy Share Image
I've realised that being healthy and having the opportunity to play isn't something that everyone has all the time. I am lucky to be… — Joe Gomez Copy Share Image
It means a lot to me to be from London. Obviously, it's where I spent the majority of my life, it's where I learnt… — Joe Gomez Copy Share Image
Growing up in South London was what moulded me, really. I grew up in Caford, Lewisham. It just meant a lot of time playing… — Joe Gomez Copy Share Image
Coming here to Liverpool, with the history of playing young players, it was the place to go to if I was to move. They've… — Joe Gomez Copy Share Image
I think it's a natural progression: a lot of centre-backs start wide when they're young and move inside. — Joe Gomez Copy Share Image
You can get caught up in a lot of things playing for Liverpool. The main thing is to stay grounded. That's something I won't… — Joe Gomez Copy Share Image
I'm still a young player - I'm still learning - so all I can try to do is soak up what's around me, and… — Joe Gomez Copy Share Image
For me, growing up, my main role model was Rio Ferdinand when he was playing with England. He was a centre half. I liked… — Joe Gomez Copy Share Image
It's about staying level-headed and being appreciative of the chances I got and the games I played but, at the same time, wanting more. — Joe Gomez Copy Share Image
The key is to stay level headed. Not get too high with the highs. At the same time, you need to stay strong when… — Joe Gomez Copy Share Image
Every time you train, every time you play, it's an opportunity. You have to use them while you have them. — Joe Gomez Copy Share Image
