Allan talks about his arrival at Botafogo: “I’ve always been a fan”

This Tuesday, 2nd, the steering wheel Allan was presented as the new reinforcement of Botafogoat the Nilton Santos Stadium. After a busy start to the season behind the scenes at the club, Fogão intends to continue signing players and the 33-year-old was the first reinforcement presented in this second transfer window.

After 12 years away from Brazilian football, with spells at Series A Italian, LALIGA, Premier League and his last challenge in the United Arab Emirates, Allan returned to the country of his birth. In addition, the midfielder revealed that choosing Botafogo was not very difficult, since the relationship with the club began even before his professional career.

“I am very happy to be returning to Brazil after 12 years. To be welcomed in this way at Botafogo, a great club that I have always supported. This is definitely something that makes me very happy. I was able to watch Botafogo vs. Bangu in the Carioca at Maracanã when I was 11 or 12 years old. I can’t wait to join Nilton Santos as a Botafogo player.”said Allan.

Even with experience in European football clubs, the midfielder said he is eager to make his debut for his favorite team. “When I’m on the field and see the stadium full, it will be an incredible thing, something I’ve dreamed of since I was a child. I hope it will be a victorious moment, leaving a good legacy and a good image.”revealed the player.

Finally, the midfielder clarified speculation that he was close to an agreement with the Vascodue to its proximity to Philippe Coutinhowho is close to having his return to the club announced. Allan highlighted his friendship with the midfielder, but assured that none of this is true and his arrival at Botafogo had been agreed since January.