fran garcia addressed the media in the Valdebebas press room. He did this accompanied by butragueño who welcomed him saying “you have been one of the great defenders of our League, we are sure that many successes await you and we wish you the best. Welcome”. Later, the full-back submitted to questions from the media
Feelings
“I feel proud, knowing that the work done and the path I had to follow has its reward.”
Play with Vinicius
“We all know the potential that Vinicius has and it’s an honor to play with him”
What is Real Madrid for you?
“I always say this: my dream is to return. I treat it sincerely. Real Madrid is my home and I am very happy. At Rayo I grew a lot as a player”
How are you as a footballer?
“It can be said that I’ve done like my army outside, in Rayo, I have things to improve but I’ve grown a lot there. I’m a very consistent player and I also have Madrid to thank for that.”
Which player do you notice from Madrid’s full-backs?
“I’ve always talked about Marcelo, who helped me whenever he could when we shared a dressing room a bit. I also want to point out Roberto Carlos. Having him so close, during my first year at Castilla, I learned a lot.”
How was your return to Real Madrid?
“I always think about every day, working with respect for Rayo, for the fans, shield and my teammates. This is my dream, but I am a professional. I think about every day “.
Prospects for next season
“Ferland is an incredible player, that’s what he showed this time in Madrid. I’m here to do great things at the club.”
The moment where you know you are signing for Real Madrid
“I want to thank the president for letting me finish the season at Rayo. It’s been very special. When they told me, I first called two people who… didn’t seem like they were family. Very happy.”
He has spoken to Ancelotti
“The only time we spoke was after the Rayo game, at the Bernabéu. He congratulated me and we will see each other in a month. Thank you.”
What did Rayo Vallecano bring you?
“I am very grateful to him. He gave me the opportunity to take my first step as a professional and helped me grow as a person and a player”
His leaving home to go to Real Madrid
“When you leave home you also remember your friends, but at the age of 14 I took the step to go to Madrid, it had sacrifices but also benefits”
Close to going to Leverkusen
“The winter transfer market was busy and it’s true there was interest. But Madrid had a repurchase option… and they were very happy”.
He feels ready to fight for ownership in Real Madrid
“I’m not coming here to compete with anyone, I’m coming to add and the truth is it’s an incredible dream to be here.”
carvajal
“Carvajal is a role model. He is for any player, be it a winger or another position. I hope I have that trajectory too! I came here to be a good, important player. This is the best club in the world, it is obvious”.
Some young players in the first team
“The club’s decisions should not be doubted, because it is clearly top 1 in the world. The youth academy is well taken care of. Yesterday I watched Castilla, which I take the opportunity to congratulate them on their move to the playoff final. The the club’s decision should not be doubted”.
Source: La Verdad
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