“My expectations are very high, very good. The Brazilian League is one of the best. I came here to continue growing,” said the Argentine.
This Tuesday (9), the Botafogo presented its new reinforcement and the most expensive signing in Brazilian football, the midfielder Thiago Almada. Former player of Los Angeles FCthe Argentinean transferred to Rio de Janeiro for US$ 22 million, with the amount being able to reach US$ 25 million (around R$ 135 million) with the stipulated bonuses.
In his presentation, Almada, who will represent the Argentina in the next Olympic Gamessaid about his expectations at the club. “My expectations are very high, very good. The Brazilian League is one of the best. I came here to continue growing”. “My goal is to give my best to the club and to be part of the club’s history. The Libertadores is my dream”he completed.
The midfielder then commented on the agreement that will transfer him to Lyonanother team of John Textorearly next year. “I signed a five-year contract with Botafogo. I am 100% focused on Botafogo. Then we can talk about my future. First, I want to stay 100% at Botafogo, win some title and then we can talk about my future.”.
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About his game mode, the player explained his game mode. “I go onto the pitch and feel comfortable playing as a number 10 or as a midfielder on the wings. I have no problems. I will play wherever the coach asks me to play.”.
“I really enjoy assisting my teammates, but the best part of football is scoring goals. I really want to be an idol at Botafogo, I’m going to work hard for that and help the team.”concluded Almada.
Source: sportbuzz
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