During the interview, there was also time for a brief exchange with Clarence Seedorf, who was present in the mixed zone for Prime Video: "When we worked together, I said something to you," the former midfielder recalled to Valverde, "What do you have less than Kroos?! You play in every position on the pitch, and tonight is a reward for everything you've done. I wanted to tell you that I have no questions, but I am proud of your journey." Seedorf continued to recount the anecdote, even after saying goodbye to Valverde: "He told me that he didn't believe he could reach Kroos' level, and I glossed over it by saying that we would talk about it again one day."