New Liverpool signing Joe Allen has spoken of his excitement at experiencing the Anfield atmosphere first hand.

Allen had a taster of the unique feel at the famous stadium when previous club Swansea City visited last season, but is looking forward to playing there as a Liverpool player.

"The whole atmosphere at this ground is very rare," he said. "The passion that people here have for football is something I share and I want to be part of that. It's another part of the pull to this great club.

"As a Swansea player, that was one of the days you really remembered from last season. To get the chance to be here and have that as my home ground is a special feeling. I can't wait to experience the famous Liverpool support.

"I can't really imagine how I'll feel playing at Anfield right now. I'm excited about that prospect and witnessing the Anfield atmosphere and spirit, and being part of the home team, I'm sure it will be incredible."

Allen could be part of the Liverpool side that takes on West Bromwich Albion in their opening match of Premier League season.