Riqui Puig left the FC Barcelona last summer, and surprisingly decided to move to California to pursue his career in MLS together Los Angeles area. Since he came to the Los Angeles team, the catalan scored three goals and provided two assists in 13 games and was recently selected as the ‘designated player’ The Los Angeles Galaxy, a privilege that puts him above the average player’s salary scale.
The Matadepera midfielder faces the start of his second season in America and despite starting on the wrong foot, a 3-1 defeat against Dallas, the player stated that he is very motivated to win MLS and win MVP. Last year they fell in the Playoff quarterfinals against their neighbors, from Los Angeles FC never mind and Christian Tello but this year they want to achieve the title of champion, which they have not achieved since 2014.
This was stated in an interview for Esport 3, where he confirmed that he was very happy and excited to be in LA: “Coming here is a brutal experience. I’m learning a lot and I’m getting stronger physically. I have to thank the Galaxy, who designed a specific work plan for me. As they say, I have to go every day day Game to game Now I have to give back the confidence they gave me and I needed when I left Barcelona. I’m only focused on the short term: on winning the League and being selected as the best player in the competition.”
The midfielder defended the growth of MLS, and clarified its importance for the country and for this sport, the World Cup 2026:”The World Cup will be a very important event and they want the League to develop and become more competitive. That’s why they make youth signings and not as veterans like before. there are many levelsIt’s a very physical league and it shows in recent years.”
Finally, he clarified that he continues to follow Barça and sees the team of Xavi. “I’ve been with Barça since I was little, I’m a member. We’ve had bad luck in Europe, but the League is on track and we’ll see if we can get to the Cup final. I am very happy, I have many friends there and I hope they are doing well. “, declared for the Catalan chain.
Source: La Verdad
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