Quotes from DeAndre Yedlin

My grandfather, my grandmother especially, I have a whole family of activists, they've always told me to stand up for what I believe in.

The reason I joined Newcastle was because I could see we could do great things.

It's no secret that I think that MLS is a top five, top six league in the world but they're not the top league.

First and foremost my obligation is on the defensive side. But obviously there are times when I need to go and attack, too.

Klinsmann should be remembered as a great coach; I don't think a lot of people see it, but as players, we really appreciate what he did for America soccer. He opened American soccer up. He gave it a lot more variety of players. You see German-Americans and Mexican-Americans, and you see the guys that were born in America.

Usually, when I'm in the 3-5-2, it's at the end of the game, in the 80th minute, where I'm really just attacking.

I'm an attacking full-back.

Living in London and having a lavish lifestyle, it's not that important to me.

Obviously the chance to work with Rafa, there's not really a better situation I could be in. He's great. He takes his time with you. One-on-ones, he'll stay out after training for another hour if you need it. He's been one of the best managers I've had.